May weather forecastSaint Leonards, United Kingdom

May

Weather in May

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Saint Leonards, United Kingdom, is 11.7°C (53.1°F).
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) in 11.7°C (53.1°F) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 13°C (55.4°F) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.

Daylight

In Saint Leonards, United Kingdom, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 9:01 pm BST.

Frequently asked questions

In Saint Leonards, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in May is 11.7°C (53.1°F). Swimming in 11.7°C (53.1°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

The average day length in May is 15h and 33min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saint Leonards, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 9:01 pm BST.
Average sea temperature

Average sea temperature in May
Saint Leonards, United Kingdom

  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8°C).

Average daylight in May
Saint Leonards, United Kingdom

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 30min

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 0min).