May weather forecast
Southwood, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Southwood, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.4°F (21.9°C) and min 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

Southwood in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in April to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is recorded in Southwood, Maryland.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Southwood, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Southwood, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Southwood, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, in Southwood, the average high-temperature is 71.4°F (21.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Southwood?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Southwood in May?

In Southwood, during May, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Southwood, snow does not fall in May through September.

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?

The average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Southwood have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

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 intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Southwood, MD

Average temperature in May - Southwood, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Southwood, MD

Average pressure in May - Southwood, 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
Southwood, MD

Average wind speed in May - Southwood, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Southwood, MD

Average humidity in May - Southwood, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Southwood, MD

Average rainfall in May - Southwood, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Southwood, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Southwood, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Southwood, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Southwood, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Southwood, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Southwood, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Southwood, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Southwood, MD

Average UV index in May - Southwood, 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
Southwood, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Southwood, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Southwood, MD

Average visibility in May - Southwood, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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