Weather in May
Temperature
In Gibraltar, the average high-temperature in May slightly rises, from an agreeable 20°C (68°F) in April, to a warm 23°C (73.4°F). May is noted for a mean low-temperature of 15°C (59°F).Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout May, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gibraltar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 63.5 days and collects up to 767mm (30.2") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Gibraltar, the average seawater temperature in May is 18.5°C (65.3°F).Note: Swimming in water that is 18.5°C (65.3°F) is not enjoyable for most. Breathing becomes more challenging to manage as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Gibraltar is 14h and 5min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 21:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 21:32 CEST.
Sunshine
In Gibraltar, the average sunshine in May is 10h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Gibraltar is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Take all necessary measures. Eyes and skin are at risk if left unprotected. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Average temperature in May
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
- Average high temperature in May: 23°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 15°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°C).
Average rainfall in May
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
- Average rainfall in May: 25mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (152mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
- Average rainfall days in May: 4 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March and December (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.5 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
- Average sea temperature in May: 18.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.8°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h).
Average UV index in May
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
- Average UV index in May: 8
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
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