May weather forecast
Fortrose, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fortrose, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 12.7°C (54.9°F) and min 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Temperature

The shift into May uncovers an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12.7°C (54.9°F), subtly different from the previous month. In the month of May, Fortrose records a consistent average low-temperature of 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Fortrose.

Rainfall

In Fortrose, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fortrose, there are 155.3 rainfall days, and 270mm (10.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fortrose. May is the last month it regularly snows in Fortrose. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Fortrose aggregates 5mm (0.2") of snow. In Fortrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.1 days and aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Fortrose, the average seawater temperature in May is 9.3°C (48.7°F).
Note: Navigating the 9.3°C (48.7°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Fortrose is 16h and 39min.
On the first day of May in Fortrose, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 9:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:27 am and sunset at 10:01 pm BST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Fortrose. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Fortrose?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fortrose, United Kingdom, during May are 12.7°C (54.9°F) and 5.5°C (41.9°F) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Fortrose?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Fortrose?

In Fortrose, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Fortrose in May?

In Fortrose, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Fortrose?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Fortrose. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Fortrose aggregates 5mm (0.2") of snow.

What is the water temperature in May in Fortrose?

In Fortrose, United Kingdom, in May, the average water temperature is 9.3°C (48.7°F). Swimming in 9.3°C (48.7°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Fortrose have in May?

In Fortrose, the average day length in May is 16h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Fortrose?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 9:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fortrose, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 4:27 am and sunset at 10:01 pm BST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fortrose have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Fortrose is 7.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Fortrose?

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in May in Fortrose?

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

Average temperature in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 12.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in May: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (42mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in May: 9.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.1°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Fortrose, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Fortrose, 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
Fortrose, United Kingdom

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

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in May
Fortrose, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Fortrose, 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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