May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, the average high-temperature in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, subtly recedes from April's freezing cold -10°C (14°F) to an extremely cold -13°C (8.6°F). During May, Snow Hill Island records a consistent average nighttime temperature of -19°C (-2.2°F).Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Snow Hill Island. Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.Sea temperature
May is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F).Note: In swimming engagements, this poses immediate life-threatening risks. The loss of breath control is instantaneous, thereby hindering clear thought. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to limit thermal dissipation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, is 6h and 11min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 23:56 and sunset at 07:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 01:23 and sunset at 06:09 NZST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Snow Hill Island is 1h.UV index
April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 0 leads to the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Average temperature in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
- Average high temperature in May: -13°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (-14°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -19°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (-1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (-21°C).
Average rainfall in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
- Average rainfall in May: 12mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (12mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (2mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
- Average rainfall days in May: 3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are March, April and May (3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, September, October, November and December (1 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
- Average sea temperature in May: -2°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February and December (0°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is May (-2°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
- Average daylight in May: 6h and 1min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 21h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 1h
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 0h).
Average UV index in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
- Average UV index in May: 0
The months with the highest UV index are November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 0).
