May weather forecastLeón, Spain

The colorful neon lights lighting up the main Plaza Mayor in Castile and Leon, Leon in SpainThe colorful neon lights lighting up the main Plaza Mayor in Castile and Leon, Leon in Spain

May

Weather in May

May blossoms with an appealing weather forecast in Leon, indicating the commencement of summer. Temperatures continue to rise from 6.8°C (44.2°F) to 18.6°C (65.5°F), promising brighter and longer days. However, Mother Nature offers an enticing mix by maintaining rainfall levels quite high at 22mm (0.87"). The marked moderation in temperatures, coupled with occasional showers, makes for delightful conditions to luxuriate in the outdoors. The lovely May weather is ideally suited for picnics, hikes, or leisurely walks within Leon's urban settings and green landscapes.

Temperature

With the onset of May in León, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a mild 14.8°C (58.6°F) in April to a comfortable 18.6°C (65.5°F). An average nighttime temperature of 6.8°C (44.2°F) is noted in León during the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In León, in May, during 11.1 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.1 rainfall days, and 211mm (8.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in León are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in León, Spain. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, León aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In León, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May in León, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 21:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 21:52 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in León is 10.2h.

UV index

In León, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 18.6°C (65.5°F) and 6.8°C (44.2°F) respectively.

In May, the average relative humidity in León is 70%.

In May, in León, Spain, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout May, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, León aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

The average day length in May in León is 14h and 38min.

On the first day of May in León, Spain, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 21:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 21:52 CEST.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

In León, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
León, Spain

  • Average high temperature in May: 18.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.3°C).

Average pressure in May
León, Spain

  • Average pressure in May: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
León, Spain

  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9km/h).

Average humidity in May
León, Spain

  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in May
León, Spain

  • Average rainfall in May: 22mm

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

Average rainfall days in May
León, Spain

  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
León, Spain

  • Average snowfall in May: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
León, Spain

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
León, Spain

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
León, Spain

  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in May
León, Spain

  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
León, Spain

  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
León, Spain

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).