Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
May registers an average high-temperature of a cool 12.2°C (54°F), slightly varied from April's 9.8°C (49.6°F). Rafford experiences a nighttime temperature average of 6.3°C (43.3°F) during May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Rafford is 79%.Rainfall
In Rafford, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.1 rainfall days, and 349mm (13.74") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Rafford are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Rafford. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Rafford aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. Throughout the year, in Rafford, there are 18.6 snowfall days, and 111mm (4.37") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Rafford is 16h and 40min.On the first day of May in Rafford, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 9:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:24 am and sunset at 9:59 pm BST.
Sunshine
In Rafford, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.UV index
May through July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Rafford?
What is the average humidity in May in Rafford?
How many days does it rain in May in Rafford?
What is the last month it snows in Rafford?
What is the average length of the day in May in Rafford?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Rafford?
How many hours of sunshine does Rafford have in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Rafford?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Rafford?
Average temperature in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 12.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.3°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1014.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 15.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 31mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (42mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (19mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12 days).
Average snowfall in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 3mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (33mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rafford, 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: 8h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July 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
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, August, October and December (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in May
Rafford, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and November (9km).
