May weather forecastZakopane, Poland
May
Weather in May
As May sweeps across Zakopane, the city welcomes the full onset of spring, fully shrugging off the remnants of winter. Flowers bloom and the snow melts away, signaling a period of growth and renewal. A noticeable increase in rainfall, reaching up to 120mm (4.72"), nourishes the land, allowing nature to truly flourish. This month offers the ideal climate for outdoor enthusiasts who prefer gentle temperatures over the winter chill or summer heat. Zakopane's natural beauty is in full bloom in May, providing stunning scenery for visitors and locals alike.Temperature
A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a cool 11°C (51.8°F) in April to a refreshing 14.6°C (58.3°F). In May, Zakopane records an average nighttime temperature of 4.8°C (40.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Zakopane is May, when the rain falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 120mm (4.72") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.5 snowfall days, in May, Zakopane aggregates 94mm (3.7") of snow. Throughout the year, in Zakopane, there are 68.3 snowfall days, and 1350mm (53.15") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Zakopane is 15h and 20min.On the first day of May in Zakopane, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 19:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:39 and sunset at 20:36 CEST.
Sunshine
In Zakopane, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Zakopane, Poland, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average high temperature in May: 14.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 4.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average pressure in May: 1014.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1014.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average wind speed in May: 8.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average rainfall in May: 120mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (32mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average rainfall days in May: 21.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average snowfall in May: 94mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (350mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 18min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average sunshine days in May: 6.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Zakopane, Poland
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).
