May weather forecastNykøbing Falster, Denmark

May

Weather in May

May marks the onset of mild weather in Nykøbing Falster. Temperatures often reach a comfortable 14°C (57.2°F) and rarely drop below 7°C (44.6°F). An added amount of rainfall turn the city into a lush green haven, accentuated by sunshine hours extending to a delightful average of 8 hours per day. The sea warms up to 11.1°C (52°F), inviting the first daring swimmers of the season. Consecutive sunny and warm days hint at the approaching summer.

Temperature

Nykøbing Falster experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 9°C (48.2°F) in April to a refreshing 14°C (57.2°F). May is noted for a mean low-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F).

Rainfall

In May, in Nykøbing Falster, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout May, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157 rainfall days, and 591mm (23.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Nykøbing Falster, in May, the average water temperature is 11.1°C (52°F).
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) in 11.1°C (52°F) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 13°C (55.4°F) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Nykøbing Falster is 16h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 20:47. On the last day of May, in Nykøbing Falster, sunrise is at 04:42 and sunset at 21:37 CEST.

Sunshine

May through July, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Nykøbing Falster.

UV index

In Nykøbing Falster, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Nykøbing Falster, 14°C (57.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 7°C (44.6°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

In Nykøbing Falster, in May, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation.

In Nykøbing Falster, the average seawater temperature in May is 11.1°C (52°F). Swimming in 11.1°C (52°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

The average day length in May in Nykøbing Falster, Denmark, is 16h and 8min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 20:47. On the last day of the month, in Nykøbing Falster, Denmark, sunrise is at 04:42 and sunset at 21:37 CEST.

The months with the most sunshine in Nykøbing Falster, Denmark, are May through July, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May in Nykøbing Falster, Denmark, is 8h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Nykøbing Falster, Denmark, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in May
Nykøbing Falster, Denmark

Average high temperature in May: 14°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (2°C).

Average low temperature in May: 7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2°C).

Average rainfall in May
Nykøbing Falster, Denmark

Average rainfall in May: 44mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and November (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (33mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Nykøbing Falster, Denmark

Average rainfall days in May: 11 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and November (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May and June (11 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Nykøbing Falster, Denmark

Average sea temperature in May: 11.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (2.7°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nykøbing Falster, Denmark

Average daylight in May: 16h and 6min

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 18min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h).