May weather forecast
Riverdale Park, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Riverdale Park, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 57°F (13.9°C) and an average high of 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). Riverdale Park, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Riverdale Park, in May, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Riverdale Park, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Riverdale Park, Maryland, is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May in Riverdale Park, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Riverdale Park. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Riverdale Park in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Riverdale Park, is 73.9°F (23.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C).

What are the most humid months in Riverdale Park?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Riverdale Park?

The average relative humidity in May in Riverdale Park is 76%.

How much does it rain in Riverdale Park in May?

In Riverdale Park, in May, during 17.9 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Riverdale Park?

In Riverdale Park, snow does not fall in May through November.

Does it snow in Riverdale Park 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 in Riverdale Park?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Riverdale Park?

On the first day of May in Riverdale Park, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Riverdale Park?

In Riverdale Park, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Riverdale Park?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Riverdale Park?

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

Average temperature in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°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 (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average pressure in May - Riverdale Park, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average wind speed in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average humidity in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average rainfall in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average snowfall in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Riverdale Park, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average UV index in May - Riverdale Park, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Riverdale Park, MD

Average visibility in May - Riverdale Park, 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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