May weather forecast
Peterhead, United Kingdom

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Peterhead, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 7.4°C (45.3°F) and max 11.3°C (52.3°F).

Temperature

Shifting into May, Peterhead records an average high-temperature of a fresh 11.3°C (52.3°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Peterhead registers a steady nighttime temperature averaging a chilly 7.4°C (45.3°F) throughout May.

Humidity

In Peterhead, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 213.1 rainfall days, and 509mm (20.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Peterhead. May is the last month it regularly snows in Peterhead. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Peterhead aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Peterhead, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of snow.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 9.3°C (48.7°F).
Note: It is risky to swim in 9.3°C (48.7°F). Temperatures beneath 10°C (50°F) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 16h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:53 pm. On the last day of May, in Peterhead, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 4:18 am and sunset at 9:51 pm BST.

Sunshine

In Peterhead, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Peterhead in May?
In Peterhead, 11.3°C (52.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 7.4°C (45.3°F) is the average low-temperature during May.
What is the average humidity in May in Peterhead?
In Peterhead, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.
How many days does it rain in May in Peterhead?
In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the last month it snows in Peterhead?
May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Peterhead aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.
What is the water temperature in May in Peterhead?
In May, the average sea temperature is 9.3°C (48.7°F). Swimming in 9.3°C (48.7°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
What is the average length of the day in May in Peterhead?
In Peterhead, the average day length in May is 16h and 38min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Peterhead?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Peterhead, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 4:18 am and sunset at 9:51 pm BST.
How many hours of sunshine does Peterhead have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Peterhead is 7.4h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Peterhead?
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Peterhead, United Kingdom.
How high is the UV index in May in Peterhead?
In Peterhead, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average temperature in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 11.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4°C).

Average pressure in May - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average pressure in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 19km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.5km/h).

Average humidity in May - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average humidity in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (79%).

Average rainfall in May - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (54mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.5 days).

Average snowfall in May - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in May: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 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 - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in May: 9.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.7 days).

Average UV index in May - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average UV index in May
Peterhead, 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 - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in May
Peterhead, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 52).

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, July, August, September, November and December (9km).

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