May weather forecastPyongyang, North Korea
May
Weather in May
May situates Pyongyang into the full comfort of spring, heading towards the threshold of summer. With temperatures cresting to 22.6°C (72.7°F), the city begins to experience the early signs of the impending hot season. Rainfall also intensifies, registering 72mm (2.83") as spring showers become a common daily phenomenon. Despite the rising temperatures, Pyongyang citizens are shielded from harsh sunlight; the UV index remains at an acceptable value of 7. Importantly, longer daylight hours extend till evening, allowing for more daytime activities.Temperature
May's arrival in Pyongyang coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's enjoyable 17.1°C (62.8°F) to an agreeable 22.6°C (72.7°F). Throughout the month of May, Pyongyang witnesses an average temperature of 10.9°C (51.6°F).Rainfall
In Pyongyang, during May, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.9 rainfall days, and 940mm (37.01") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Pyongyang, North Korea, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.On the first day of May in Pyongyang, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:56 KST.
Sunshine
April through June, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Pyongyang.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Pyongyang, North Korea, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Pyongyang, North Korea
- Average high temperature in May: 22.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 10.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.7°C).
Average rainfall in May
Pyongyang, North Korea
- Average rainfall in May: 72.2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (275.2mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Pyongyang, North Korea
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pyongyang, North Korea
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h
The months with the most sunshine are April, May and June (Average sunshine: 8h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h).
Average UV index in May
Pyongyang, North Korea
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
