May weather forecastKiev, Ukraine
May
Weather in May
May signals a complete transformation in the weather as Kiev embraces warmer temperatures. With maximum temperatures reaching up to 21.3°C (70.3°F), the city's climate feels comfortable and inviting. The surge of warmer weather aligns with an increase in rainfall to 63mm (2.48"), ensuring the cityscape remains delightfully green. Outdoor enthusiasts can rejoice in the extended daylight, while UV-sensitive individuals should begin taking precautions against increased levels of ultraviolet radiation.Temperature
With the onset of May, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from April's mild 15°C (59°F) to an agreeable 21.3°C (70.3°F). Throughout May, Kiev records an average temperature of 10.8°C (51.4°F) at night.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Kiev.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 29min.On the first day of May in Kiev, Ukraine, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 20:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:51 and sunset at 20:59 EEST.
Sunshine
In Kiev, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kiev, Ukraine, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average high temperature in May: 21.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 10.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average pressure in May: 1014.1mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average wind speed in May: 10.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average humidity in May: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).
Average rainfall in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average rainfall in May: 63mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (19mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (168mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 30min
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: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Kiev, Ukraine
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (7km).
