May weather forecast
Wheaton, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wheaton, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 55.8°F (13.2°C) and max 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

Wheaton in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C) in April to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). Wheaton in May experiences a low-temperature average of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wheaton, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wheaton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Wheaton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May in Wheaton, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Wheaton, is 73.9°F (23.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Wheaton?

In Wheaton, 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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wheaton have in May?

In Wheaton, the average sunshine duration in May 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.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Wheaton, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°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: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Wheaton, MD

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

Average wind speed in May
Wheaton, MD

Average wind speed in May - Wheaton, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Wheaton, MD

Average humidity in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, MD

Average rainfall in May - Wheaton, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Wheaton, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Wheaton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wheaton, MD

Average snowfall in May - Wheaton, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Wheaton, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Wheaton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Wheaton, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Wheaton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Wheaton, MD

Average UV index in May - Wheaton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Wheaton, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Wheaton, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Wheaton, MD

Average visibility in May - Wheaton, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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