May weather forecast
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

In May, Isles of Scilly receives a warm embrace from spring and enters the prelude of summer. The motion from the chilly winter months into warmer times becomes even clearer, inducing comfort among its residents. With an average temperature of 12.3°C, this becomes the warmest month yet. Expansive clear skies and the swaying breezes make this a fantastic time for outdoor recreation.

Temperature

May's arrival in Isles of Scilly shows an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12.3°C, hardly different from the previous month. Isles of Scilly observes a minimal variance in temperature, with a consistent average low of 10.8°C during the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically collects 29mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Isles of Scilly, snow does not fall in January, February, April through September, November and December.

Sea temperature

In Isles of Scilly, the average seawater temperature in May is 12.2°C.
Note: Beware when you're in 12.2°C waters; 13°C is chilling and anything below 10°C could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

In Isles of Scilly, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 26min.
On the first day of May in Isles of Scilly, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 9:23 pm BST.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.5h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Isles of Scilly.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Isles of Scilly?

In Isles of Scilly, in May, the average high-temperature is 12.3°C, and the average low-temperature is 10.8°C.

What is the average humidity in May in Isles of Scilly?

In Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

What is the driest month in Isles of Scilly?

The month with the least rainfall in Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom, is May, when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically collects 29mm of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Isles of Scilly in May?

In Isles of Scilly, during May, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Isles of Scilly?

January, February, April through September, November and December are months without snowfall in Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom.

What is the water temperature in May in Isles of Scilly?

In May, the average sea temperature in Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom, is 12.2°C. Swimming in 12.2°C is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Isles of Scilly have in May?

In Isles of Scilly, the average day length in May is 15h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Isles of Scilly?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Isles of Scilly, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 9:23 pm BST.

What month has the most sunshine in Isles of Scilly?

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Isles of Scilly have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom, is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Isles of Scilly?

In Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 12.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (9.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7.9°C).

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Average pressure in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 24.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (35.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (23.8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (29mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.1 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in May: 12.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (10.1°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 44).

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Average visibility in May
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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