May weather forecastGorstan, United Kingdom

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Gorstan, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.5°C (52.7°F) and 4.8°C (40.6°F).

Temperature

At the start of May, Gorstan's average high-temperature reaches a cool 11.5°C (52.7°F), subtly different from the preceding month. In Gorstan, an average temperature of 4.8°C (40.6°F) is noted during May nights.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Gorstan, in May, it is raining for 20.4 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gorstan, there are 212.9 rainfall days, and 606mm (23.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gorstan, United Kingdom, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Gorstan aggregates 32mm (1.26") of snow. Throughout the year, in Gorstan, United Kingdom, there are 42.5 snowfall days, and 474mm (18.66") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gorstan is 16h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 9:05 pm. On the last day of May, in Gorstan, sunrise is at 4:28 am and sunset at 10:04 pm BST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in Gorstan, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gorstan are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Gorstan during May is 11.5°C (52.7°F) and the low-temperature is 4.8°C (40.6°F).

With an average relative humidity of 82%, May is the least humid month in Gorstan.

In Gorstan, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

In Gorstan, United Kingdom, in May, it is raining for 20.4 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation.

May is the last month it regularly snows in Gorstan. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Gorstan aggregates 32mm (1.26") of snow.

The average day length in May in Gorstan, United Kingdom, is 16h and 40min.

On the first day of May in Gorstan, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 9:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:28 am and sunset at 10:04 pm BST.

May has the most sunshine of the year in Gorstan, United Kingdom, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Gorstan, United Kingdom, is 5.3h.

The months with the highest UV index in Gorstan are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average high temperature in May: 11.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in May: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (82%).

Average rainfall in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in May: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (33mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in May: 32mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (112mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 42min

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: 5h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in May: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 67).

Average visibility in May
Gorstan, United Kingdom

  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).