May weather forecast
Dumfries, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Dumfries, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average high of 13.4°C (56.1°F) and an average low of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Temperature

The ushering in of May brings an average high-temperature of a mild 13.4°C (56.1°F), closely mirroring the 11.3°C (52.3°F) of April. An average nighttime temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Dumfries are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Dumfries, United Kingdom, in May, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. In Dumfries, during the entire year, the rain falls for 231.6 days and collects up to 778mm (30.63") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Dumfries.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Dumfries is 16h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:42 am and sunset at 9:41 pm BST.

Sunshine

April and May, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Dumfries?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dumfries, United Kingdom, during May are 13.4°C (56.1°F) and 5.8°C (42.4°F) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Dumfries?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Dumfries?

The average relative humidity in May in Dumfries, United Kingdom, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in May in Dumfries?

In May, in Dumfries, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 19.4 days. Throughout May, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Dumfries?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dumfries have in May?

In Dumfries, the average day length in May is 16h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Dumfries?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dumfries, sunrise is at 4:42 am and sunset at 9:41 pm BST.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Dumfries?

The months with the most sunshine in Dumfries, United Kingdom, are April and May, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Dumfries?

The average sunshine duration in May in Dumfries is 7.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Dumfries?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Dumfries, United Kingdom.

What is the UV index reading in May in Dumfries?

In Dumfries, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Dumfries, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).

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Average pressure in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Dumfries, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Dumfries, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Dumfries, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

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Average rainfall in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Dumfries, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (33mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Dumfries, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (27mm).
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
Dumfries, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dumfries, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Dumfries, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (11 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Dumfries, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Dumfries, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in May
Dumfries, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Dumfries, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (8km).

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