May weather forecast
West Laurel, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in West Laurel, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 73.8°F (23.2°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) is expected.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Laurel, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In West Laurel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Laurel in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 73.8°F (23.2°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in West Laurel.

What is the average humidity in May in West Laurel?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in West Laurel?

In West Laurel, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In West Laurel, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in West Laurel, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in West Laurel is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - West Laurel, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
West Laurel, MD

Average pressure in May - West Laurel, 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 Laurel, MD

Average wind speed in May - West Laurel, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
West Laurel, MD

Average humidity in May - West Laurel, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
West Laurel, MD

Average rainfall in May - West Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
West Laurel, MD

Average rainfall days in May - West Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Laurel, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Laurel, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
West Laurel, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Laurel, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Laurel, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
West Laurel, MD

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

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

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
West Laurel, MD

Average visibility in May - West Laurel, 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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