May weather forecastMacclesfield, United Kingdom
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Macclesfield, is a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.9°C (42.6°F) and an average high of 14.3°C (57.7°F).Temperature
Macclesfield's transition from April to May introduces an average high-temperature of a refreshing 14.3°C (57.7°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 11.9°C (53.4°F). May nights in Macclesfield are marked by an average low-temperature of 5.9°C (42.6°F).Humidity
May is the least humid month in Macclesfield, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In Macclesfield, United Kingdom, in May, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Macclesfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.9 days and collects up to 619mm (24.37") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Macclesfield aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. In Macclesfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.6 days and aggregates up to 174mm (6.85") of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:47 am and sunset at 9:24 pm BST.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are April and May, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 4 during May leads to these advisories:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 14.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 5.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1016.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 14.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (82%).
Average rainfall in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 33mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and November (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (28mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 2mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (49mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Macclesfield, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 56
The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).
Average visibility in May
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are March and May (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
