May weather forecast
White Plains, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in White Plains, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 74.5°F (23.6°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

May witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C). An average low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In White Plains, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.4 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In White Plains, the average sunshine in May 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, White Plains experiences an average high-temperature of 74.5°F (23.6°C) and a low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In White Plains, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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 White Plains have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 17min.

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 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In White Plains, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the month with 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 intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°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 (28.4°F).

Average pressure in May
White Plains, MD

Average pressure in May - White Plains, 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
White Plains, MD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
White Plains, MD

Average humidity in May - White Plains, 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, March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
White Plains, MD

Average rainfall in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
White Plains, MD

Average rainfall days in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
White Plains, MD

Average snowfall in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
White Plains, MD

Average snowfall days in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
White Plains, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - White Plains, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
White Plains, MD

Average sunshine days in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
White Plains, MD

Average UV index in May - White Plains, 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
White Plains, MD

Average cloud cover in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
White Plains, MD

Average visibility in May - White Plains, 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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