May weather forecast
Upper Fairmount, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Upper Fairmount, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 60.4°F (15.8°C) and max 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) in April to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). Upper Fairmount records a slight downturn to an average a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Upper Fairmount, during May, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Upper Fairmount, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Upper Fairmount, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Upper Fairmount is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Upper Fairmount, is 69.1°F (20.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Upper Fairmount?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Upper Fairmount, in May, during 16.2 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May in Upper Fairmount?

The average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Upper Fairmount?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average temperature in May - Upper Fairmount, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average pressure in May - Upper Fairmount, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average wind speed in May - Upper Fairmount, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average humidity in May - Upper Fairmount, 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 and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average rainfall in May - Upper Fairmount, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

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
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Upper Fairmount, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average snowfall in May - Upper Fairmount, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Upper Fairmount, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 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
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Upper Fairmount, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Upper Fairmount, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average UV index in May - Upper Fairmount, MD
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Upper Fairmount, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Upper Fairmount, MD

Average visibility in May - Upper Fairmount, 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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