May weather forecast
West Friendship, MD

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Weather in May

May in West Friendship signifies the inception of warm weather apt for outdoor social gatherings and events. May is distinctively warmer than April, with temperatures comfortably resting between 55.4°F (13°C) and 72.7°F (22.6°C). The city receives the highest levels of rainfall than any previous month, contributing to the lush green landscapes. Days become longer, gracing residents with ample sunlight and longer hours to enjoy. With most days being sunny or partly cloudy, people can look forward to spending more time outdoors as the city transitions into the summer months.

Temperature

With the onset of May, West Friendship sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C) to a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C). In the month of May, West Friendship witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In West Friendship, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, in West Friendship, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Friendship, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 72.7°F (22.6°C) and 55.4°F (13°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in West Friendship?

The months with the highest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In West Friendship, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

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

In West Friendship, the average day length in May is 14h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In West Friendship, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In West Friendship, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Friendship, MD

Average temperature in May - West Friendship, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
West Friendship, MD

Average pressure in May - West Friendship, 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 Friendship, MD

Average wind speed in May - West Friendship, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
West Friendship, MD

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

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

Average rainfall in May
West Friendship, MD

Average rainfall in May - West Friendship, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
West Friendship, MD

Average rainfall days in May - West Friendship, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Friendship, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Friendship, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
West Friendship, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Friendship, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Friendship, MD

Average sunshine days in May - West Friendship, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in May
West Friendship, MD

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

Average cloud cover in May - West Friendship, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

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
West Friendship, MD

Average visibility in May - West Friendship, 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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