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 an average high-temperature of a refreshing 13.8°C (56.8°F), nearly matching the April temperature. Throughout May, an average nighttime temperature of 6.8°C (44.2°F) is experienced in Newcastle upon Tyne.Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Newcastle upon Tyne.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Newcastle upon Tyne, there are 167.4 rainfall days, and 340mm (13.39") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Newcastle upon Tyne, snow does not fall in May through October.Sea temperature
In Newcastle upon Tyne, in May, the average water temperature is 9°C (48.2°F).Note: Immersing oneself in 9°C (48.2°F) at sub-10°C (14°F) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 16h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:35 am and sunset at 9:33 pm BST.
Sunshine
In Newcastle upon Tyne, the average sunshine in May is 7.5h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Newcastle upon Tyne. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Newcastle upon Tyne?
What are the least humid months in Newcastle upon Tyne?
What is the average humidity in May in Newcastle upon Tyne?
How much does it rain in Newcastle upon Tyne in May?
When it does not snow in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Does it snow in Newcastle upon Tyne in May?
What is the water temperature in May in Newcastle upon Tyne?
What is the average length of the day in May in Newcastle upon Tyne?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Newcastle upon Tyne?
How long on average sun shines in May in Newcastle upon Tyne?
When is the highest UV index in Newcastle upon Tyne?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Average temperature in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 13.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1016mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 14.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13km/h).
Average humidity in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 22mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (13mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, 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
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 48).
Average visibility in May
Newcastle upon Tyne, 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).
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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