May weather forecastStrathy, United Kingdom

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Strathy, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 6.7°C (44.1°F) and 11.5°C (52.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an average high-temperature of a cool 11.5°C (52.7°F), closely following the temperature pattern of April. Strathy's nighttime average temperature in May drops marginally from the daytime highs, settling at a chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Strathy is 80%.

Rainfall

In Strathy, United Kingdom, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.2 rainfall days, and 397mm (15.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Strathy, United Kingdom. May is the last month it regularly snows in Strathy. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Strathy aggregates 7mm (0.28") of snow. In Strathy, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.6 days and aggregates up to 221mm (8.7") of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 16h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:18 am and sunset at 10:08 pm BST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 6.3h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

In Strathy, 11.5°C (52.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 6.7°C (44.1°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

In Strathy, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

In Strathy, United Kingdom, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Strathy aggregates 7mm (0.28") of snow.

The average day length in May in Strathy is 16h and 52min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:18 am and sunset at 10:08 pm BST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Strathy is 6.3h.

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 11.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (14.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.7°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 (2.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in May: 18km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (26.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in May: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (45mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April and September (25mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in May: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February and December (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in May: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in May
Strathy, United Kingdom

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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