May weather forecast
Milford, DE

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Weather in May

May in Milford, Delaware transitions from moderate spring to the initial phase of summer. While the weather remains warm, rainfall hits 2.28" (58mm), contributing to the increased humidity levels. The sunshine registers a significant increase, with longer daylight hours and reduced cloudiness. The wind has a gentle rhythm, marking the departure from the breezy spring season.

Temperature

As Milford transitions into May, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C) in April to a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C). In Milford, May's nights observe an average temperature dip to a mild 57°F (13.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout May, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Milford, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.4 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70°F (21.1°C) and a low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May in Milford?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Milford, in May, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Milford, 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 6:02 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Milford, DE

Average temperature in May - Milford, DE
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Milford, DE

Average pressure in May - Milford, DE
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Milford, DE

Average wind speed in May - Milford, DE
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Milford, DE

Average humidity in May - Milford, DE
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Milford, DE

Average rainfall in May - Milford, DE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Milford, DE

Average rainfall days in May - Milford, DE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Milford, DE

Average snowfall in May - Milford, DE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Milford, DE

Average snowfall days in May - Milford, DE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Milford, DE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Milford, DE
  • 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: 9h and 1min

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
Milford, DE

Average sunshine days in May - Milford, DE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Milford, DE

Average UV index in May - Milford, DE
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Milford, DE

Average cloud cover in May - Milford, DE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Milford, DE

Average visibility in May - Milford, DE
  • 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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