May weather forecast
University Park, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in University Park, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 73.9°F (23.3°C) and min 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). In May, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 57°F (13.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In University Park, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. 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. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and a low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In University Park, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In University Park, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through November are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in University Park 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 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does University Park have in May?

In University Park, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index in University Park are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In University Park, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
University Park, MD

Average temperature in May - University Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
University Park, MD

Average pressure in May - University Park, 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
University Park, MD

Average wind speed in May - University Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
University Park, MD

Average humidity in May - University Park, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
University Park, MD

Average rainfall in May - University Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
University Park, MD

Average rainfall days in May - University Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
University Park, MD

Average snowfall in May - University Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
University Park, MD

Average snowfall days in May - University Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
University Park, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - University Park, 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: 8h and 5min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
University Park, MD

Average sunshine days in May - University Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
University Park, MD

Average UV index in May - University Park, 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
University Park, MD

Average cloud cover in May - University Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
University Park, MD

Average visibility in May - University Park, 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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