May weather forecastKapfenberg, Austria

May

Weather in May

The pleasant onset of summer is felt in May as the temperature jumps to range from 4.8°C (40.6°F) to 15.3°C (59.5°F). It witnesses 93mm (3.66") of rain, serving as a reminder of April's rainy spell. However, longer daylight hours of 15.1, coupled with 9.1 sunshine hours, promise ample opportunity to explore Kapfenberg's outdoor beauty. Increased visibility to 7 km allows travellers to be awed by the splendid vistas of the city. Relative humidity lingers at 81%, creating a mild and moderate summer ambience in contrast to the cold months earlier.

Temperature

May in Kapfenberg witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 12.1°C (53.8°F) in April to a moderate 15.3°C (59.5°F). During the month of May, the temperature in Kapfenberg falls to an average of 4.8°C (40.6°F).

Humidity

In Kapfenberg, Austria, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 24.5 days. Throughout May, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 198.9 rainfall days, and 775mm (30.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Kapfenberg, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 20:10. On the last day of May, in Kapfenberg, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 20:47 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in May translates into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

May temperatures in Kapfenberg, Austria, vary between a high-temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F) and a low-temperature of 4.8°C (40.6°F).

In Kapfenberg, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

In Kapfenberg, in May, during 24.5 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May through September are months without snowfall in Kapfenberg, Austria.

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

The average day length in May in Kapfenberg, Austria, is 15h and 8min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 20:10. On the last day of the month, in Kapfenberg, Austria, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 20:47 CEST.

In Kapfenberg, Austria, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

In Kapfenberg, Austria, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average high temperature in May: 15.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average pressure in May: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average rainfall in May: 93mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (111mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (39mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average rainfall days in May: 24.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (190mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average sunshine days in May: 4.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Kapfenberg, Austria

  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July and August (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and November (6km).