May weather forecast
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

May experiences a fair increment in temperatures, wind speed and atmospheric pressure, paving the way for an approaching summer season in Stoke-on-Trent. Ample sunshine greets the city as daylight hours reach their peak. The absence of snowfall extends from April into May, and rainfall holds steady, ensuring that the weather remains consistent. For residents and visitors alike, the month of May provides a delightful intermission between the cooler spring and the soon-to-be peak summer season.

Temperature

May in Stoke-on-Trent observes an average high-temperature of a moderate 14.9°C (58.8°F), marking an insignificant difference from April's 12.4°C (54.3°F). During May, the average low-temperature in Stoke-on-Trent is a frosty 6°C (42.8°F).

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the least humid months in Stoke-on-Trent.

Rainfall

In Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. In Stoke-on-Trent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.9 days and collects up to 447mm (17.6") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Stoke-on-Trent. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Stoke-on-Trent aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, there are 13.2 snowfall days, and 97mm (3.82") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of May, in Stoke-on-Trent, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 9:23 pm BST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and July, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in May transforms into this advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Stoke-on-Trent?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Stoke-on-Trent, is 14.9°C (58.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 6°C (42.8°F).

What is the least humid month in Stoke-on-Trent?

The months with the lowest humidity in Stoke-on-Trent are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in May in Stoke-on-Trent?

In Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How many days does it rain in May in Stoke-on-Trent?

In Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Stoke-on-Trent?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Stoke-on-Trent aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Stoke-on-Trent have in May?

In Stoke-on-Trent, the average day length in May is 15h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Stoke-on-Trent?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 9:23 pm BST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Stoke-on-Trent?

April, May and July, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Stoke-on-Trent.

How many hours of sunshine does Stoke-on-Trent have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 6.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Stoke-on-Trent?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in May in Stoke-on-Trent?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 14.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.6km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (82%).

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Average rainfall in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (12.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in May: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (34mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and July (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in May
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and May (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).

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