May weather forecastThurso, United Kingdom
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Thurso, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between max 11.1°C (52°F) and min 7.1°C (44.8°F).Temperature
May commences with an average high-temperature of a cool 11.1°C (52°F), showing little deviation from April's 9.2°C (48.6°F). Thurso, during the May nights, maintains an average temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F), closely aligned with its daytime readings.Humidity
In Thurso, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
In Thurso, in May, during 19.9 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Thurso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.5 days and collects up to 584mm (22.99") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Thurso are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Thurso aggregates 8mm (0.31") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 121mm (4.76") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Thurso, United Kingdom, is 9.3°C (48.7°F).Note: Dipping into 9.3°C (48.7°F) below 10°C (50°F) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 13°C (55.4°F) feels cold to the bone.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Thurso is 16h and 52min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 9:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:16 am and sunset at 10:07 pm BST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Thurso is 7h.UV index
In Thurso, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during May leads to these instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 11.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 7.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.7°C).
Average pressure in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1014.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.1mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 20km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (29.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 46mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (32mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 8mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 9.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.4°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Thurso, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (9.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and September (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
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in May
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
