May weather forecast
Shirleyville, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Shirleyville, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

Shirleyville's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). An average low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) is recorded in the month of May.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout May, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shirleyville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shirleyville in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and a low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May in Shirleyville?

In Shirleyville, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Shirleyville, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Shirleyville 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 May, the average day length is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shirleyville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

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 Shirleyville?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate 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
Shirleyville, MD

Average temperature in May - Shirleyville, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Shirleyville, MD

Average pressure in May - Shirleyville, 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
Shirleyville, MD

Average wind speed in May - Shirleyville, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Shirleyville, MD

Average humidity in May - Shirleyville, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Shirleyville, MD

Average rainfall in May - Shirleyville, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Shirleyville, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Shirleyville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shirleyville, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shirleyville, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Shirleyville, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shirleyville, 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
Shirleyville, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Shirleyville, MD

Average UV index in May - Shirleyville, 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
Shirleyville, MD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Shirleyville, MD

Average visibility in May - Shirleyville, 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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