May weather forecast
Amherst, Guernsey

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Weather in May

In May, the weather in Amherst, Guernsey turns passionate. The presence of winter is a distant memory now as the weather becomes unpredictable and diverse. The month experiences a continuation of the favourable conditions that started in April. The significant reduction in windy conditions feels like a treat, with wind gust speed decreasing further to 36.8km/h (22.9mph). The extended daylight hours and moderate temperatures make the days pleasant, tempting one to relish outdoor activities wholeheartedly.

Temperature

The transition into May in Amherst marks the average high-temperature at a still fresh 12.8°C (55°F), differing minimally from April's 11°C (51.8°F). May in Amherst is characterized by a steady nighttime low-temperature of 10.6°C (51.1°F).

Humidity

In Amherst, Guernsey, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout May, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 196.3 rainfall days, and 557mm (21.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Amherst, Guernsey, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 20:27. On the last day of May, in Amherst, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 21:07 BST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Amherst?

In Amherst, in May, the average high-temperature is 12.8°C (55°F), and the average low-temperature is 10.6°C (51.1°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Amherst?

In Amherst, Guernsey, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How much does it rain in Amherst in May?

In Amherst, Guernsey, in May, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Amherst?

In Amherst, snow does not fall in February through December.

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

In May, the average day length in Amherst, Guernsey, is 15h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Amherst?

On the first day of May in Amherst, Guernsey, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 20:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 21:07 BST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Amherst?

The average sunshine duration in May in Amherst is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Amherst?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average temperature in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average high temperature in May: 12.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (9.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7°C).

Average pressure in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average pressure in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average wind speed in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average wind speed in May: 23.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (36km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (21.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average humidity in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average rainfall in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average rainfall in May: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (26mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average rainfall days in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average snowfall in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average snowfall days in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average sunshine days in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4 days).

Average UV index in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average UV index in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average cloud cover in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Amherst, Guernsey

Average visibility in May - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

Amherst, Guernsey

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