May weather forecast
Polzeath, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Polzeath, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between min 9.4°C (48.9°F) and max 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a mild 13.8°C (56.8°F) from April's 11.8°C (53.2°F). Polzeath's May nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Polzeath is 83%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Polzeath, snow does not fall in March through October.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Polzeath is 11.7°C (53.1°F).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 11.7°C (53.1°F) waters. 13°C (55.4°F) is already forbidding, but sub-10°C (14°F) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 9:21 pm BST.

Sunshine

In Polzeath, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Polzeath, United Kingdom, are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Polzeath?

Polzeath in May has an average high-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 9.4°C (48.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Polzeath?

The average relative humidity in May is 83%.

What is the driest month in Polzeath?

The month with the least rainfall in Polzeath, United Kingdom, is May, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically collects 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Polzeath?

In Polzeath, in May, during 14 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Polzeath?

March through October are months without snowfall in Polzeath.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Polzeath?

In Polzeath, in May, the average water temperature is 11.7°C (53.1°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in May in Polzeath?

In May, the average day length in Polzeath is 15h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Polzeath?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 9:21 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Polzeath?

In Polzeath, the average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

When is the highest UV index in Polzeath?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Polzeath?

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

Average temperature in May - Polzeath, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (8.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.9°C).

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Average pressure in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Polzeath, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Polzeath, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (29km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (18.3km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and November (81%).

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Average rainfall in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Polzeath, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (29mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Polzeath, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (14 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in May - Polzeath, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.9°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Polzeath, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Polzeath, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Polzeath, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Polzeath, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in May
Polzeath, United Kingdom

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

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

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