May weather forecast
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between max 13.7°C (56.7°F) and min 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Temperature

During May, Shotley Gate observes a subtle ascent to a mild 13.7°C (56.7°F) from April's 11.3°C (52.3°F) in the average high-temperature. May nighttime temperatures in Shotley Gate hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shotley Gate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.5 days and collects up to 389mm (15.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Shotley Gate.

Sea temperature

In Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in May is 11.4°C (52.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 11.4°C (52.5°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, is 15h and 42min.
On the first day of May in Shotley Gate, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:41 am and sunset at 9:04 pm BST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Shotley Gate?

The high-temperature, in May, in Shotley Gate, records 13.7°C (56.7°F), while the low-temperature is 9.4°C (48.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Shotley Gate?

The average relative humidity in May in Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Shotley Gate in May?

In Shotley Gate, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shotley Gate?

April through October are months without snowfall in Shotley Gate, United Kingdom.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Shotley Gate?

In Shotley Gate, in May, the average water temperature is 11.4°C (52.5°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Shotley Gate have in May?

In May, the average day length in Shotley Gate is 15h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Shotley Gate?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:41 am and sunset at 9:04 pm BST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shotley Gate have in May?

In Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Shotley Gate?

In Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4°C).

Average pressure in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 18.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.2°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are April and September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

Average cloud cover in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

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