May weather forecast
Cowes, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a mild month in Cowes, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between min 9.6°C (49.3°F) and max 14.3°C (57.7°F).

Temperature

Cowes sees the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a mild 14.3°C (57.7°F), indicating a subtle variation from April. Cowes experiences an average nighttime temperature of 9.6°C (49.3°F) in May, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Cowes is 81%.

Rainfall

April and May are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of rain.

Snowfall

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

Sea temperature

In Cowes, the average seawater temperature in May is 11.5°C (52.7°F).
Note: Swimming in 11.5°C (52.7°F) at temperatures under 10°C (50°F) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 13°C (55.4°F) feels frosty.

Daylight

In Cowes, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, in Cowes, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 9:08 pm BST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Cowes is 8.9h.

UV index

In Cowes, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in May leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Cowes?

Cowes in May has an average high-temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 9.6°C (49.3°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Cowes?

In May, the average relative humidity in Cowes is 81%.

What is the driest month in Cowes?

The months with the least rainfall are April and May Rain falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 24mm (0.94") of rain.

How many days does it rain in May in Cowes?

In May, in Cowes, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout May, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cowes?

April through October are months without snowfall in Cowes.

How cold is the water in May in Cowes?

In Cowes, in May, the average water temperature is 11.5°C (52.7°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 Cowes?

In Cowes, United Kingdom, the average day length in May is 15h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cowes?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cowes, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 9:08 pm BST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cowes have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Cowes, United Kingdom, is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cowes?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Cowes, United Kingdom, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cowes, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 14.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (18.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Cowes, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Cowes, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.6km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Cowes, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (79%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cowes, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (63mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Cowes, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cowes, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is November (7mm).
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
Cowes, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Cowes, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in May - Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.6°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cowes, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cowes, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Cowes, United Kingdom

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

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in May
Cowes, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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