May weather forecast
Southwold, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Southwold, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 9.3°C (48.7°F) and 13.5°C (56.3°F).

Temperature

As Southwold transitions into May, the average high-temperature stands at a mild 13.5°C (56.3°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Southwold's May temperatures average at a frosty 9.3°C (48.7°F).

Humidity

In Southwold, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Southwold, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. In Southwold, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.9 days and collects up to 392mm (15.43") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Southwold, snow does not fall in May through October.

Sea temperature

In Southwold, the average seawater temperature in May is 11.1°C (52°F).
Note: Dipping in 11.1°C (52°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 15h and 45min.
On the first day of May in Southwold, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:37 am and sunset at 9:04 pm BST.

Sunshine

In Southwold, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Southwold?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Southwold, is 13.5°C (56.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 9.3°C (48.7°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Southwold?

In Southwold, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in Southwold in May?

In Southwold, United Kingdom, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Southwold?

In Southwold, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Southwold in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Southwold?

In May, the average sea temperature in Southwold is 11.1°C (52°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.

How many hours of daylight does Southwold have in May?

The average day length in May in Southwold is 15h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Southwold?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:37 am and sunset at 9:04 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Southwold?

In Southwold, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Southwold?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Southwold is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 18.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in May
Southwold, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Southwold, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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