May weather forecast
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Broadstairs, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average low of 10.5°C (50.9°F) and an average high of 13.1°C (55.6°F).

Temperature

At the start of May, Broadstairs's average high-temperature reaches a refreshing 13.1°C (55.6°F), subtly different from the preceding month. May's average low-temperature is a cool 10.5°C (50.9°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Broadstairs is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout May, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated. In Broadstairs, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 280mm (11.02") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Broadstairs, snow does not fall in April through October.

Sea temperature

In Broadstairs, in May, the average water temperature is 11.6°C (52.9°F).
Note: It is risky to swim in 11.6°C (52.9°F). Temperatures beneath 10°C (50°F) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Broadstairs is 15h and 37min.
On the first day of May in Broadstairs, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:43 am and sunset at 9:00 pm BST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Broadstairs in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Broadstairs, is 13.1°C (55.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 10.5°C (50.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Broadstairs?

In Broadstairs, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Broadstairs?

In Broadstairs, during May, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Broadstairs?

April through October are months without snowfall in Broadstairs, United Kingdom.

What is the water temperature in May in Broadstairs?

In Broadstairs, the average seawater temperature in May is 11.6°C (52.9°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in May in Broadstairs?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Broadstairs?

On the first day of May in Broadstairs, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:43 am and sunset at 9:00 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Broadstairs?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Broadstairs?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 21.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (31.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (20.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 12mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.5°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Broadstairs, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in May
Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

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