May weather forecast
Ridgeway, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ridgeway, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Temperature

Ridgeway's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C). In May, the average low-temperature records at a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Ridgeway, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ridgeway, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ridgeway, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ridgeway in May?

In May, in Ridgeway, the average high-temperature is 72.3°F (22.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Ridgeway, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Ridgeway, in May, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Ridgeway, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeway have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Ridgeway, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Ridgeway, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average temperature in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average pressure in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average wind speed in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average humidity in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average rainfall in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average snowfall in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average UV index in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Ridgeway, MD

Average visibility in May - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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