May weather forecastLytham, United Kingdom

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lytham, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 13.4°C (56.1°F) and an average low of 8.5°C (47.3°F).

Temperature

The start of May marks an average high-temperature of a moderate 13.4°C (56.1°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in April. Nighttime temperatures in Lytham record an average of 8.5°C (47.3°F) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Lytham is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lytham, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. In Lytham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182 days and collects up to 327mm (12.87") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Lytham.

Sea temperature

In Lytham, the average seawater temperature in May is 10.9°C (51.6°F).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 10.9°C (51.6°F) waters. 13°C (55.4°F) is already forbidding, but sub-10°C (14°F) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:48 am and sunset at 9:30 pm BST.

Sunshine

In Lytham, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lytham are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May leads to these advisories:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Lytham, is 13.4°C (56.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 8.5°C (47.3°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

In May, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout May, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

April through November are months without snowfall in Lytham, United Kingdom.

In May, the average sea temperature in Lytham, United Kingdom, is 10.9°C (51.6°F). Swimming in 10.9°C (51.6°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

In Lytham, United Kingdom, the average day length in May is 15h and 58min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lytham, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 4:48 am and sunset at 9:30 pm BST.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

The months with the highest UV index in Lytham are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Lytham, United Kingdom, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average high temperature in May: 13.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in May: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in May: 17.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in May: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (42mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (12mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and December (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average sea temperature in May: 10.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.2°C).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lytham, 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
Lytham, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in May
Lytham, 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).