May weather forecast
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Whitehaven, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 7.7°C (45.9°F) and 12.5°C (54.5°F).

Temperature

May's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12.5°C (54.5°F), subtly varied from April's 10.3°C (50.5°F). Night temperatures in May exhibit a subtle decrease, settling at an average of 7.7°C (45.9°F).

Humidity

In Whitehaven, the average relative humidity in May is 83%.

Rainfall

In Whitehaven, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. In Whitehaven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210 days and collects up to 519mm (20.43") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Whitehaven, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

In Whitehaven, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of May, in Whitehaven, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 4:45 am and sunset at 9:38 pm BST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Whitehaven. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Whitehaven in May?

The high-temperature during May is 12.5°C (54.5°F) and the low-temperature is 7.7°C (45.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Whitehaven?

In Whitehaven, the average relative humidity in May is 83%.

How much does it rain in Whitehaven in May?

In Whitehaven, United Kingdom, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Whitehaven?

In Whitehaven, snow does not fall in May through November.

Does it snow in Whitehaven in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Whitehaven?

In May, the average day length in Whitehaven is 16h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Whitehaven?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:45 am and sunset at 9:38 pm BST.

What month has the most sunshine in Whitehaven?

With an average of 7.5h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Whitehaven, United Kingdom.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitehaven have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Whitehaven?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Whitehaven.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Whitehaven?

In Whitehaven, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 12.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (6.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 18km/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 June (15.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (82%).

Average rainfall in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (14.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.4 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
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (6.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 51).

Average visibility in May
Whitehaven, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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

Whitehaven, United Kingdom

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