May weather forecast
Riverdale Park, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Riverdale Park, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 57°F (13.9°C) and 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

Riverdale Park sees a rise in temperature during May, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). Riverdale Park, in the month of May, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Riverdale Park, in May, during 17.9 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Riverdale Park, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Riverdale Park, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Riverdale Park is 8.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 57°F (13.9°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Riverdale Park?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Riverdale Park, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through November are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Riverdale Park have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average pressure in May - Riverdale Park, 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average wind speed in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average humidity in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average rainfall in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average snowfall in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Riverdale Park, 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: 8h and 5min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average UV index in May - Riverdale Park, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average visibility in May - Riverdale Park, 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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