May weather forecast
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a mild month in Herne Bay, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average high of 13.8°C (56.8°F) and an average low of 9.8°C (49.6°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into May, Herne Bay experiences an average high-temperature of a mild 13.8°C (56.8°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. A modest decline from daytime high temperatures in Herne Bay is noticed in May, marking the average low at a chilly 9.8°C (49.6°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Herne Bay is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Herne Bay, United Kingdom, there are 191.2 rainfall days, and 552mm (21.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Herne Bay.

Daylight

In Herne Bay, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, in Herne Bay, sunrise is at 4:44 am and sunset at 9:01 pm BST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Herne Bay is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Herne Bay is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Herne Bay in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Herne Bay, is 13.8°C (56.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 9.8°C (49.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Herne Bay?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Herne Bay?

In May, in Herne Bay, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Herne Bay?

In Herne Bay, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Herne Bay have in May?

The average day length in May in Herne Bay is 15h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Herne Bay?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Herne Bay, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 4:44 am and sunset at 9:01 pm BST.

How many hours of sunshine does Herne Bay have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Herne Bay?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Herne Bay, United Kingdom, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 18.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (27.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (13.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Herne Bay, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Herne Bay, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).

Herne Bay, United Kingdom

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