May Weather in Ocean City

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Ocean City, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (61°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (76°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (48°F). Typically, the humidity level in Ocean City throughout May hovers around 78%.

9°C (48°F)

Minimum temperature

16°C (61°F)

Average temperature

24°C (76°F)

Maximum temperature

78%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Ocean City averages 107 mm (4.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 15 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 17 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 48% probability of sunny days during this period.

107 mm (4.2 inches)

Precipitation

10 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 17 minutes

Sunshine hours

48%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Ocean City reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 6 8 10 10 9 7 5 3 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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