Weather in May
Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Portree, United Kingdom, is 9.3°C (48.7°F).Note: Swimming in 9.3°C (48.7°F) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 10°C (50°F) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.
Daylight
In Portree, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 9:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Portree, sunrise is at 4:36 am and sunset at 10:08 pm BST.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is the water in May in Portree?
In Portree, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in May is 9.3°C (48.7°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 Portree?
In Portree, United Kingdom, the average day length in May is 16h and 37min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Portree?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 9:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:36 am and sunset at 10:08 pm BST.
Average sea temperature in May
Portree, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 9.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.3°C).
Average daylight in May
Portree, 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).
Portree, United Kingdom
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