May weather forecastBanff, United Kingdom
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Banff, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 6.5°C (43.7°F) and max 11.6°C (52.9°F).Temperature
May's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a cool 11.6°C (52.9°F), slightly deviating from April's 9.7°C (49.5°F). An average low-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F) marks the month of May in Banff.Humidity
In Banff, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In Banff, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Banff, during the entire year, the rain falls for 192.4 days and collects up to 332mm (13.07") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Banff, snow does not fall in May through October.Sea temperature
In Banff, the average seawater temperature in May is 9.3°C (48.7°F).Note: In 9.3°C (48.7°F), even brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) feels biting, and anything less than 10°C (50°F) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.
Daylight
In Banff, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 40min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:19 am and sunset at 9:55 pm BST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 7.5h.UV index
In Banff, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 11.6°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (3.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1014.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 17.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16km/h).
Average humidity in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (20mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 9.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.9°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 53
The months with the most cloud cover are June and November (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 53).
Average visibility in May
Banff, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July, August, September and November (9km).





