May weather forecast
Saint James, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Saint James, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 72.5°F (22.5°C) and min 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a cool 52°F (11.1°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saint James in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and a low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Saint James, in May, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Saint James, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Saint James, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What are the months with 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 May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Saint James, MD

Average temperature in May - Saint James, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Saint James, MD

Average pressure in May - Saint James, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Saint James, MD

Average wind speed in May - Saint James, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Saint James, MD

Average humidity in May - Saint James, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Saint James, MD

Average rainfall in May - Saint James, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Saint James, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Saint James, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Saint James, MD

Average snowfall in May - Saint James, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Saint James, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Saint James, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Saint James, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Saint James, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Saint James, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Saint James, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Saint James, MD

Average UV index in May - Saint James, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Saint James, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Saint James, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Saint James, MD

Average visibility in May - Saint James, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and October (5mi).

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