May weather forecast
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a mild month in Gilmerton, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between max 13°C (55.4°F) and min 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Temperature

During May, Gilmerton observes a subtle ascent to a mild 13°C (55.4°F) from April's 10.6°C (51.1°F) in the average high-temperature. Throughout May, Gilmerton encounters an average temperature drop to a wintry 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gilmerton, United Kingdom, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. In Gilmerton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.2 days and collects up to 512mm (20.16") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 16h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:35 am and sunset at 9:45 pm BST.

Sunshine

In Gilmerton, the average sunshine in May is 6.9h.

UV index

May through August, 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 health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gilmerton in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 13°C (55.4°F) and 5.8°C (42.4°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Gilmerton?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Gilmerton?

In May, in Gilmerton, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout May, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Gilmerton?

In Gilmerton, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May in Gilmerton?

In May, the average day length is 16h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Gilmerton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:35 am and sunset at 9:45 pm BST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gilmerton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Gilmerton?

The months with the highest UV index in Gilmerton, United Kingdom, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Gilmerton?

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

Average temperature in May - Gilmerton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 13°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).

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Average pressure in May
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Gilmerton, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Gilmerton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

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Average rainfall in May
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Gilmerton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Gilmerton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
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
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Gilmerton, 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
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gilmerton, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Gilmerton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Gilmerton, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in May
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

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

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

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