Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May brings a marginal elevation to a mild 14.8°C (58.6°F) from April's 12.3°C (54.1°F) in Barnstaple's average high-temperatures. The nights of May anticipate an average low-temperature of 7.8°C (46°F).Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the least humid months in Barnstaple.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Barnstaple is May, when the rain falls for 14.6 days and typically collects 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Barnstaple, snow does not fall in April through November.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Barnstaple is 11.6°C (52.9°F).Note: Entering waters of 11.6°C (52.9°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 9:21 pm BST.
Sunshine
With an average of 7.8h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Barnstaple.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Barnstaple. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Barnstaple?
What is the least humid month in Barnstaple?
What is the average humidity in May in Barnstaple?
What is the driest month in Barnstaple?
How much does it rain in Barnstaple in May?
When it does not snow in Barnstaple?
How cold is the water in May in Barnstaple?
What is the average length of the day in May in Barnstaple?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Barnstaple?
What month has the most sunshine in Barnstaple?
How many hours of sunshine does Barnstaple have in May?
When is the highest UV index in Barnstaple?
How high is the UV index in May in Barnstaple?
Average temperature in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 14.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 7.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.9°C).
Average pressure in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1016.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 16.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (23km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (15.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (82%).
Average rainfall in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 29mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (29mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (14.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 11.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 49).
Average visibility in May
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
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