May weather forecastLeith, United Kingdom
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Leith, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.8°C (42.4°F) and 13°C (55.4°F).Temperature
The shift into May reveals an average high-temperature of a refreshing 13°C (55.4°F), closely mirroring April's climate. In Leith, an average low-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F) is recorded during May nights.Humidity
In Leith, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout May, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated. In Leith, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.2 days and collects up to 512mm (20.16") of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Leith.Daylight
In Leith, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 20min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:34 am and sunset at 9:45 pm BST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Leith is 6.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during May translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 13°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 5.8°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1015.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 15.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 36mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are April and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Leith, 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 month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in May
Leith, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June and July (8km).
