May weather forecastWakefield, United Kingdom
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Wakefield, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 14.8°C (58.6°F) and min 6.6°C (43.9°F).Temperature
May's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a refreshing 14.8°C (58.6°F) from April's 12.3°C (54.1°F). Throughout May, Wakefield witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 6.6°C (43.9°F).Humidity
April, May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Wakefield, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 194.1 rainfall days, and 513mm (20.2") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of May, in Wakefield, sunrise is at 4:42 am and sunset at 9:24 pm BST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Wakefield is 7h.UV index
In Wakefield, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 3 in May translates into these instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Average temperature in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 14.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.5°C).
Average pressure in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1016.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 14.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 38mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in May
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, September, October and November (8km).
