Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
As April transitions into May, the average high-temperature rests at a still cool 12.7°C (54.9°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout May, the average low-temperature in Inverness dips to a cold 5.5°C (41.9°F).Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In May, in Inverness, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.3 rainfall days, and 270mm (10.63") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Inverness aggregates 5mm (0.2") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.1 snowfall days, and 112mm (4.41") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Inverness, the average seawater temperature in May is 9°C (48.2°F).Note: While a brief time in 9°C (48.2°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is already bracing, plunging below 10°C (50°F) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Inverness is 16h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 9:03 pm. On the last day of May, in Inverness, sunrise is at 4:28 am and sunset at 10:01 pm BST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 7.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Inverness?
What is the least humid month in Inverness?
What is the average humidity in May in Inverness?
How much does it rain in Inverness in May?
What is the last month it snows in Inverness?
How cold is the water in May in Inverness?
What is the average length of the day in May in Inverness?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Inverness?
How many hours of sunshine does Inverness have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Inverness?
What is the UV index reading in May in Inverness?
Average temperature in May
Inverness, 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).
Average pressure in May
Inverness, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Inverness, 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).
Average humidity in May
Inverness, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Inverness, 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).
Average rainfall days in May
Inverness, 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).
Average snowfall in May
Inverness, 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).
Average snowfall days in May
Inverness, 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).
Average sea temperature in May
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Inverness, 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).
Average sunshine days in May
Inverness, 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).
Average UV index in May
Inverness, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Inverness, 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).
Average visibility in May
Inverness, 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).
Inverness, United Kingdom
Weather forecast for your location
2. Allow the app to use your location
