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 sea temperature 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
The onset of May brings with it an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12.9°C (55.2°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. During May, Musselburgh records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Musselburgh, in May, during 16.2 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 196.8 rainfall days, and 463mm (18.23") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Musselburgh.Sea temperature
In Musselburgh, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in May is 9.8°C (49.6°F).Note: It is risky to swim in 9.8°C (49.6°F). Temperatures beneath 10°C (50°F) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Musselburgh is 16h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:34 am and sunset at 9:45 pm BST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 7.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Musselburgh in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Musselburgh?
How much does it rain in Musselburgh in May?
When it does not snow in Musselburgh?
Does it snow in Musselburgh in May?
How cold is the water in May in Musselburgh?
What is the average length of the day in May in Musselburgh?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Musselburgh?
How many hours of sunshine does Musselburgh have in May?
When is the highest UV index in Musselburgh?
How high is the UV index in May in Musselburgh?
Average temperature in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 12.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1015.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 15.5km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 32mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 9.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.9°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 2min
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: 7h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Musselburgh, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
Average visibility in May
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
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