May weather forecast
Oxford, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

As May progresses in Oxford, the temperatures enhance further, signifying the approach of summer, yet rain persists, reaching up to 24mm (0.94"). The month of May welcomes extended daylight hours, providing ample sunlight to the city. The decrease in cloud cover resulted in clear blue skies, combined with a warm atmosphere, gives nature the signal to come into full bloom. Relative humidity remains consistent, thus keeping the overall conditions comfortable and pleasant.

Temperature

Oxford's shift into May is marked by a subtle change to a still moderate 15.5°C (59.9°F) from April's 13.1°C (55.6°F) in temperature. An average low-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F) is recorded during the nights in May in Oxford.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Oxford, United Kingdom, is 83%.

Rainfall

In May, in Oxford, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oxford, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 330mm (12.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Oxford, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Oxford is 15h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 9:13 pm BST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Oxford is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Oxford are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oxford in May?

In Oxford, in May, the average high-temperature is 15.5°C (59.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.5°C (43.7°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Oxford?

In Oxford, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in May is 83%.

How much does it rain in Oxford in May?

In Oxford, United Kingdom, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Oxford?

In Oxford, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in May?

In May, the average day length in Oxford is 15h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Oxford?

On the first day of May in Oxford, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 9:13 pm BST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oxford have in May?

In Oxford, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Oxford?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Oxford?

In Oxford, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (80%).

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Average rainfall in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (36mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (18mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Oxford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in May
Oxford, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, June, September and November (8km).

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