May weather forecastBochum, Germany
May
Weather in May
May carries forward the pleasant weather and progresses closer to the summer. It is represented by a noticeable increase in temperatures, leading to highs peaking at 17.8°C (64°F) and lows at 8.6°C (47.5°F). Showers continue to make their presence felt throughout the month, yet May enjoys long daylight hours that favour outdoor activities. Majestic cloud formations become a common sight during this period. For anyone seeking the mild warmth combined with the vibrancy of the spring season, May is the month to visit Bochum, Germany.Temperature
May's onset in Bochum brings an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 17.8°C (64°F), showing a minute difference from April's 15.1°C (59.2°F). Nighttime temperatures in May average to a frosty 8.6°C (47.5°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In Bochum, in May, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation. In Bochum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.2 days and collects up to 518mm (20.39") of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Bochum.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 38min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 20:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 21:37 CEST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.UV index
In Bochum, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average high temperature in May: 17.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 8.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average pressure in May: 1016.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average wind speed in May: 11.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average rainfall in May: 35mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (59mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Bochum, Germany
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in May
Bochum, Germany
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (8km).
