May weather forecast
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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A beautiful sunny day in the scenic city of Cambridge, of the United Kingdom
A beautiful sunny day in the scenic city of Cambridge, of the United Kingdom

Weather in May

May introduces a warmer and more relaxed atmosphere in Cambridge, with significantly warmer temperatures than April. Rainfall amounts record a jump, indicating the onset of early summer showers. However, a total of 15.7 hours of daylight ensures that the wet days are balanced by a warm and bright environment. The number of sunshine hours per day remains good, providing a pleasant atmosphere for outdoor pursuits. Between the refreshing climate and extended daylight, May is an inviting month in Cambridge.

Temperature

Cambridge observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between April's 13.4°C (56.1°F) and May's 15.9°C (60.6°F). An average low-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F) is expected during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cambridge, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation. In Cambridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.6 days and collects up to 381mm (15") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Cambridge, United Kingdom, is 15h and 44min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:44 am and sunset at 9:10 pm BST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.3h.

UV index

In Cambridge, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cambridge in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cambridge, is 15.9°C (60.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 7.3°C (45.1°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Cambridge?

The average relative humidity in May in Cambridge, United Kingdom, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cambridge?

In May, in Cambridge, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cambridge?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cambridge have in May?

In May, the average day length in Cambridge, United Kingdom, is 15h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cambridge?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cambridge, sunrise is at 4:44 am and sunset at 9:10 pm BST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cambridge have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Cambridge?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in May
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Cambridge, 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).

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