May weather forecast
Taunton, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Taunton, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 6.9°C (44.4°F) and max 15.3°C (59.5°F).

Temperature

Taunton greets May with an average high-temperature of a mild 15.3°C (59.5°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F) in May.

Humidity

In Taunton, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

May and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of rain.

Snowfall

In Taunton, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Taunton, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 9:16 pm BST.

Sunshine

In Taunton, the average sunshine in May is 7.3h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Taunton. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Taunton in May?

May temperatures in Taunton, United Kingdom, vary between a high-temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F) and a low-temperature of 6.9°C (44.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Taunton?

In May, the average relative humidity in Taunton is 84%.

What is the driest month in Taunton?

May and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of rain.

How much does it rain in Taunton in May?

In Taunton, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Taunton?

April through October are months without snowfall in Taunton, United Kingdom.

How many hours of daylight does Taunton have in May?

In Taunton, the average day length in May is 15h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Taunton?

On the first day of May in Taunton, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 9:16 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Taunton?

In Taunton, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Taunton?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Taunton.

What is the UV index reading in May in Taunton?

In Taunton, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Taunton, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.7°C).

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Average pressure in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.9km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (83%).

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Average rainfall in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (52mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and September (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 53).

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Average visibility in May
Taunton, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (8km).

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