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
The start of May sees the average high-temperature at a still cool 12.3°C (54.1°F), showing little difference from April's 10.1°C (50.2°F). Kirkcudbright maintains a minor drop in temperature during May nights, with averages of 7.5°C (45.5°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Kirkcudbright is 83%.Rainfall
In Kirkcudbright, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 234.9 rainfall days, and 778mm (30.63") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Kirkcudbright, snow does not fall in April through November.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Kirkcudbright is 10.4°C (50.7°F).Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 10.4°C (50.7°F) without protection. Falling below 10°C (50°F) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 16h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of May, in Kirkcudbright, sunrise is at 4:45 am and sunset at 9:42 pm BST.
Sunshine
May has the most sunshine of the year in Kirkcudbright, with an average of 8h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Kirkcudbright?
What is the average humidity in May in Kirkcudbright?
How much does it rain in Kirkcudbright in May?
When it does not snow in Kirkcudbright?
How cold is the water in May in Kirkcudbright?
How many hours of daylight does Kirkcudbright have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kirkcudbright?
What month has the most sunshine in Kirkcudbright?
How long on average sun shines in May in Kirkcudbright?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Kirkcudbright?
How high is the UV index in May in Kirkcudbright?
Average temperature in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 12.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 7.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1015.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 18.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (16.2km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (82%).
Average rainfall in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 41mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (33mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 10.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are April and May (11.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 48).
Average visibility in May
Kirkcudbright, 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).
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