Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Sunset Beach reports an average low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) during the nights of May.Humidity
The most humid month in Sunset Beach is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Sunset Beach, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sunset Beach, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Sunset Beach, 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 5:41 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Sunset Beach, the average sunshine in May 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the highest UV index?
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Average temperature in May
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, 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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