May weather forecast
West Elkridge, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Elkridge, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.3°F (13.5°C) and max 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C). West Elkridge, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In West Elkridge, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Elkridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.3 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in West Elkridge.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Elkridge, 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In West Elkridge, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In West Elkridge, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In West Elkridge, Maryland, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does West Elkridge have in May?

The average day length in May in West Elkridge is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.3°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in May
West Elkridge, MD

Average pressure in May - West Elkridge, 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
West Elkridge, MD

Average wind speed in May - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
West Elkridge, MD

Average humidity in May - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
West Elkridge, MD

Average rainfall in May - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
West Elkridge, MD

Average rainfall days in May - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Elkridge, MD

Average snowfall in May - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Elkridge, MD

Average snowfall days in May - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Elkridge, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Elkridge, 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
West Elkridge, MD

Average sunshine days in May - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
West Elkridge, MD

Average UV index in May - West Elkridge, 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
West Elkridge, MD

Average cloud cover in May - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
West Elkridge, MD

Average visibility in May - West Elkridge, 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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