May weather forecastHull, United Kingdom

May

Weather in May

As summer approaches, significant changes in Hull's weather are apparent in May. Sunshine increases and temperatures rise steadily, creating a conducive atmosphere for outdoor events. There is an increased likelihood of sporadic showers, although the rainfall quantity is relatively unchanged from April. The evenings typically remain cool, so a light layer may be necessary. This month exhibits the city's emerging early summer conditions.

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 12.9°C (55.2°F) in April to a comfortable 16.1°C (61°F). Throughout the month of May, Hull witnesses an average temperature of 7.5°C (45.5°F).

Rainfall

During May, Hull regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hull, United Kingdom, 680mm (26.77") of rain is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Hull, the average seawater temperature in May is 9.9°C (49.8°F).
Note: Diving into 9.9°C (49.8°F) when it's under 10°C (50°F) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Hull is 15h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:37 am and sunset at 9:20 pm BST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Hull are May and July, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

Updated: Feb 8, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Hull, in May, the average high-temperature is 16.1°C (61°F), and the average low-temperature is 7.5°C (45.5°F).

During May, Hull regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.

In May, the average sea temperature in Hull, United Kingdom, is 9.9°C (49.8°F). Swimming in 9.9°C (49.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

In May, the average day length in Hull is 15h and 58min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:37 am and sunset at 9:20 pm BST.

May and July, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May in Hull, United Kingdom, is 6.3h.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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Average high temperature

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16.1°C

19.1°C

Average low temperature

Average rainfall

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average temperature in May
Hull, United Kingdom

Average high temperature in May: 16.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.8°C).

Average rainfall in May
Hull, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May: 49.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (66.5mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (44.1mm).

Average sea temperature in May
Hull, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in May: 9.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6.6°C).

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

Average daylight in May: 16h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine in May: 6h and 18min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).