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 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
May
Weather in May
Temperature
As April transitions into May, Burnley records an average high-temperature of a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. An average temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) is recorded in Burnley during the nights in May.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In Burnley, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. In Burnley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 208.6 days and collects up to 540mm (21.26") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Burnley. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Burnley aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Burnley, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 140mm (5.51") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 58min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:45 am and sunset at 9:28 pm BST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Burnley, United Kingdom, is 6.6h.UV index
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Burnley. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Burnley in May?
What are the least humid months in Burnley?
What is the average humidity in May in Burnley?
How many days does it rain in May in Burnley?
What is the last month it snows in Burnley?
What is the average length of the day in May in Burnley?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Burnley?
How many hours of sunshine does Burnley have in May?
When is the highest UV index in Burnley?
What is the UV index reading in May in Burnley?
Average temperature in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 13.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 5.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1°C).
Average pressure in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1016.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 14.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).
Average rainfall in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 36mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14 days).
Average snowfall in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 1mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (42mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (11.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).
Average visibility in May
Burnley, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April and May (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
