Potomac Weather in May

What's the weather like in Potomac (Maryland) in May 2024?

The climate in Potomac during May can be summarized as mild and damp.

May is in the spring in Potomac and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 24°C (75°F), whilst at night 11°C (52°F) is normal.

Potomac weather averages (imperial / metric)
Daytime temperature 23.7°C 74.7°F
Nightly temperature 11.1°C 52°F
Average temperature 17.4°C 63.3°F
Daily sunshine 8.9 hrs
Avg rainfall 103 mm 4.1 ins
Rainy days 12 days
Sea temperature 10.3°C 50.5°F
Humidity 68%
Windspeed 14.4kph 9 mph

On average May is the wettest month of the year in Potomac with around 103mm 4.1 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 12 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine per day.

May temperatures in Potomac

Potomac average temperature in May

May rainfall

Potomac average rain in May

May hourly sunshine

Potomac average rain in May

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Potomac in May 2024.