May weather forecast
Wye Heights, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Wye Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.4°F (14.1°C) and max 71.8°F (22.1°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). The average nighttime temperature in Wye Heights lowers to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) throughout May.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Wye Heights, in May, during 13 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wye Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130 days and collects up to 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Wye Heights, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Wye Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Wye Heights, in May, during 13 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wye Heights have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Wye Heights, MD

Average temperature in May - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Wye Heights, MD

Average pressure in May - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
Wye Heights, MD

Average wind speed in May - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Wye Heights, MD

Average humidity in May - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Wye Heights, MD

Average rainfall in May - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Wye Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wye Heights, MD

Average snowfall in May - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wye Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Wye Heights, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wye Heights, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wye Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).

Average UV index in May
Wye Heights, MD

Average UV index in May - Wye Heights, 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
Wye Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Wye Heights, 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 28).

Average visibility in May
Wye Heights, MD

Average visibility in May - Wye Heights, 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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