May weather forecastLowestoft, United Kingdom

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lowestoft, is a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.3°C (55.9°F) and 9.3°C (48.7°F).

Temperature

Stepping into May, Lowestoft records an average high-temperature of a moderate 13.3°C (55.9°F), almost consistent with April. May nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a frosty 9.3°C (48.7°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Lowestoft is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lowestoft, in May, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation. In Lowestoft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.3 days and collects up to 349mm (13.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Lowestoft, the average seawater temperature in May is 11.1°C (52°F).
Note: To swim in 11.1°C (52°F) at less than 10°C (50°F), ensure you're well-protected. Without it, be prepared for a sudden jolt of cold and breathing issues. Remember, even 13°C (55.4°F) is not welcoming.

Daylight

In Lowestoft, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:36 am and sunset at 9:05 pm BST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Lowestoft is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Lowestoft is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during May translates into these guidelines:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

During May, Lowestoft experiences an average high-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and a low-temperature of 9.3°C (48.7°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Lowestoft is 81%.

In Lowestoft, United Kingdom, in May, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation.

In Lowestoft, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in April through October.

In Lowestoft, in May, the average water temperature is 11.1°C (52°F). Swimming in 11.1°C (52°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

The average day length in May in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, is 15h and 46min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:36 am and sunset at 9:05 pm BST.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, is 8.3h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Lowestoft is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average high temperature in May: 13.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in May: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in May: 18.9km/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 July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in May: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (41mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (15mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).