May weather forecast
Tanchŏn, North Korea

May

Weather in May

May in Tanchŏn is an intermediate season filled with a combination of milder temperatures and considerable rainfall. The weather scaffolds the transition from temperate April to the warm days of June. Its rainfall ascends dramatically to 41mm (1.61"), marking an increase in precipitation levels. The city sees lengthened daylight hours and greater visibility throughout the month. With the occurrence of June, the city moves one step closer to the peak summer season.

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a refreshing 14.6°C (58.3°F) in April to a pleasant 20.7°C (69.3°F). During the month of May, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 11.8°C (53.2°F).

Humidity

In Tanchŏn, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

Rainfall

In Tanchŏn, during May, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. In Tanchŏn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 539mm (21.22") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Tanchŏn, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Tanchŏn, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 19:47 KST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?
The high-temperature, in May, in Tanchŏn, is 20.7°C (69.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 11.8°C (53.2°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Tanchŏn, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Tanchŏn, during May, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.
When it does not snow?
In Tanchŏn, snow does not fall in April through October.
How many hours of daylight does Tanchŏn have in May?
In May, the average day length in Tanchŏn is 14h and 26min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, in Tanchŏn, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 19:47 KST.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In Tanchŏn, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.2h.
How high is the UV index in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average high temperature in May: 20.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average pressure in May: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1025.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average rainfall in May: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (40mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (8km).

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