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 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
Leicester's entry into May measures an average high-temperature of a mild 15.3°C (59.5°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Leicester, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Leicester is 82%.Rainfall
In Leicester, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.4 rainfall days, and 370mm (14.57") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Leicester, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Leicester is 15h and 48min.On the first day of May in Leicester, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:47 am and sunset at 9:17 pm BST.
Sunshine
In Leicester, the average sunshine in May is 7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Leicester. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Leicester?
What is the average humidity in May in Leicester?
How many days does it rain in May in Leicester?
When it does not snow in Leicester?
How many hours of daylight does Leicester have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Leicester?
How long on average sun shines in May in Leicester?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Leicester?
How high is the UV index in May in Leicester?
Average temperature in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 15.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1016.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 13.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 29mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (49mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April and September (23mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (28mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in May
Leicester, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, June and November (8km).
Leicester, United Kingdom
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