May weather forecast
Semey, Kazakhstan

May

Weather in May

May's arrival in Semey, Kazakhstan indicates the onset of warmth after the long, harsh winter. Temperatures make a jump and fluctuate between 9.4°C (48.9°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F). The snowfall diminishes completely, while rainfall graces around eight days. The cloud cover retreats significantly, making way for generous sunshine. The city starts buzzing under the sun, revealing the full bloom of the spring season.

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 13.1°C (55.6°F) in April to an agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F). In Semey, the May nights cool down to an average low of 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 43%.

Rainfall

In Semey, Kazakhstan, during May, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 73.6 rainfall days, and 191mm (7.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Semey aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Semey, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.6 days and aggregates up to 428mm (16.85") of snow.

Daylight

In Semey, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 04:13 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:33 and sunset at 19:40 +05.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Semey is 10.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?
The high-temperature during May is 20.3°C (68.5°F) and the low-temperature is 9.4°C (48.9°F).
What is the least humid month?
The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 43%.
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 43%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout May, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the last month it snows?
May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Semey aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Semey have in May?
In Semey, the average day length in May is 15h and 29min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 04:13 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:33 and sunset at 19:40 +05.
How long on average sun shines in May in Semey?
The average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.
What is the UV index reading in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average high temperature in May: 20.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-11.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-19.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1033.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average wind speed in May: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (16.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13km/h).

Average humidity in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average humidity in May: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (43%).

Average rainfall in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average rainfall in May: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (27mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (7mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average snowfall in May: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (102mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (16.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Semey, Kazakhstan
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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