May weather forecastQueensferry, United Kingdom
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Queensferry, is a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 13°C (55.4°F) and 5.8°C (42.4°F).Temperature
May's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a moderate 13°C (55.4°F), slightly deviating from April's 10.6°C (51.1°F). Queensferry's average low-temperature in May is measured at an icy 5.8°C (42.4°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In Queensferry, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 205.2 rainfall days, and 512mm (20.16") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Queensferry, United Kingdom.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Queensferry is 9.8°C (49.6°F).Note: Dipping in 9.8°C (49.6°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 16h and 21min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:53 pm. On the last day of May, in Queensferry, sunrise is at 4:35 am and sunset at 9:46 pm BST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 6.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Queensferry are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 13°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 5.8°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1015.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 15.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 36mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 9.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.9°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are April and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in May
Queensferry, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June and July (8km).
