May weather forecastPoltava, Ukraine
May
Weather in May
May marks the unofficial beginning of summer with warmer temperatures gracing the city of Poltava. The arrival of pleasant weather paves the way for the residents to indulge in outdoor activities. Furthermore, the defining change is the rainfall doubling from 24mm (0.94") in April to 47mm (1.85") in May coupled with no snowfall. The fresh blooms and the constant drizzle make May a particularly lovely time to visit.Temperature
With the onset of May, Poltava's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's refreshing 14.8°C (58.6°F) to an agreeable 21.6°C (70.9°F). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a cool 11.1°C (52°F) throughout May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Poltava, Ukraine, is 70%.Rainfall
In Poltava, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Poltava, there are 116.9 rainfall days, and 361mm (14.21") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 23min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:39 and sunset at 20:39 EEST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Poltava is 10h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average high temperature in May: 21.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 11.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average pressure in May: 1013.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average wind speed in May: 12.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).
Average rainfall in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average rainfall in May: 47mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (14mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (109mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 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
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 24min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Poltava, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in May
Poltava, Ukraine
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (8km).
