May weather forecast
West River, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West River, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, West River observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from April's comfortable 62.6°F (17°C) to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). During the month of May, an average temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In West River, in May, during 14.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.2 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in West River is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West River in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in West River, is 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 57.9°F (14.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In West River, in May, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

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

The average day length in May in West River is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in West River, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In West River, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
West River, MD

Average temperature in May - West River, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in May
West River, MD

Average pressure in May - West River, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West River, MD

Average wind speed in May - West River, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
West River, MD

Average humidity in May - West River, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
West River, MD

Average rainfall in May - West River, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
West River, MD

Average rainfall days in May - West River, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
West River, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West River, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 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 River, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West River, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
West River, MD

Average sunshine days in May - West River, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
West River, MD

Average UV index in May - West River, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
West River, MD

Average cloud cover in May - West River, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

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
West River, MD

Average visibility in May - West River, 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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