Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Swanage's average high-temperature in May sits at a refreshing 14.4°C (57.9°F), showing little difference from the previous month. In the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 8.8°C (47.8°F).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Swanage are April, May, July and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Swanage is May, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically collects 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall in Swanage.Sea temperature
In Swanage, in May, the average water temperature is 11.4°C (52.5°F).Note: Swimming in 11.4°C (52.5°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Swanage is 15h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 9:10 pm BST.
Sunshine
In Swanage, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In Swanage, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Swanage?
What is the least humid month in Swanage?
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How many days does it rain in May in Swanage?
When it does not snow in Swanage?
How cold is the water in May in Swanage?
What is the average length of the day in May in Swanage?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Swanage?
How long on average sun shines in May in Swanage?
What is the UV index reading in May in Swanage?
Average temperature in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 14.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 8.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1017mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 17.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and September (81%).
Average rainfall in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 17mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (17mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 11.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.7°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Swanage, 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 and February (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Swanage, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in May
Swanage, 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).
Swanage, United Kingdom
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