May weather forecast
Sherwood, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Sherwood, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in April to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). The nighttime temperature, during May, averages of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Sherwood is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Sherwood, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sherwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Sherwood.

Daylight

In Sherwood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Sherwood in May has an average high-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Sherwood, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sherwood, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Sherwood, snow does not fall in May through October.

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 Sherwood have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sherwood have in May?

In Sherwood, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What are the months 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 Sherwood?

In Sherwood, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sherwood, MD

Average temperature in May - Sherwood, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in May
Sherwood, MD

Average pressure in May - Sherwood, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sherwood, MD

Average wind speed in May - Sherwood, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Sherwood, MD

Average humidity in May - Sherwood, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Sherwood, MD

Average rainfall in May - Sherwood, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Sherwood, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Sherwood, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sherwood, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sherwood, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
Sherwood, MD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sherwood, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Sherwood, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sherwood, MD

Average UV index in May - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Sherwood, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Sherwood, MD

Average visibility in May - Sherwood, 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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