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
Weather in May
Temperature
The advent of May sees the average high-temperature at a cool 12.2°C (54°F), subtly shifted from April's 9.8°C (49.6°F). During the month of May, an average temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F) is noted during the nights.Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the least humid months in Shap, United Kingdom.Rainfall
In Shap, United Kingdom, during May, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shap, there are 219.4 rainfall days, and 817mm (32.17") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Shap. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Shap aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.4 snowfall days, and 336mm (13.23") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Shap is 16h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:42 am and sunset at 9:34 pm BST.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are April and May, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 3 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Shap?
What are the least humid months in Shap?
What is the average humidity in May in Shap?
How much does it rain in Shap in May?
What is the last month it snows in Shap?
What is the average length of the day in May in Shap?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Shap?
What is the month with the most sunshine in Shap?
How many hours of sunshine does Shap have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Shap?
Average temperature in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 12.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 4.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1016mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.1mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 14.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (86%).
Average rainfall in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 55mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (35mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 1mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (93mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 5h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 64
The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 62).
Average visibility in May
Shap, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August, September, November and December (7km).
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