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
With May's arrival, Startforth notes an average high-temperature of a refreshing 13.7°C (56.7°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Throughout May, Startforth encounters an average temperature drop to a wintry 5.5°C (41.9°F).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In Startforth, in May, during 15.7 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.4 rainfall days, and 385mm (15.16") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Startforth, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 16h and 5min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:39 am and sunset at 9:31 pm BST.
Sunshine
In Startforth, the average sunshine in May is 6.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of daylight does Startforth have in May?
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How long on average sun shines in May?
When is the highest UV index?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 13.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 5.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1016.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 14.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (82%).
Average rainfall in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 29mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (31mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.9 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
Startforth, 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: 6h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are April, July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Startforth, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in May
Startforth, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (8km).
