May weather forecast
Whiteford, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Whiteford, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

Whiteford's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) in April to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). In the month of May, Whiteford experiences an average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Whiteford is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Whiteford, in May, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Whiteford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Whiteford. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Whiteford aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Whiteford, the average high-temperature is 71.4°F (21.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Whiteford?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Whiteford, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Whiteford aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May in Whiteford is 14h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Whiteford have in May?

In Whiteford, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading 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 snowfall
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Whiteford, MD

Average temperature in May - Whiteford, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Whiteford, MD

Average pressure in May - Whiteford, 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
Whiteford, MD

Average wind speed in May - Whiteford, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Whiteford, MD

Average humidity in May - Whiteford, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Whiteford, MD

Average rainfall in May - Whiteford, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in May
Whiteford, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Whiteford, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Whiteford, MD

Average snowfall in May - Whiteford, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Whiteford, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Whiteford, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Whiteford, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Whiteford, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Whiteford, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Whiteford, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Whiteford, MD

Average UV index in May - Whiteford, 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
Whiteford, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Whiteford, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

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
Whiteford, MD

Average visibility in May - Whiteford, 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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