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 sea temperature 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
Weather in May
Temperature
May's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still cool 12.4°C (54.3°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Whitby, during May nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a frosty 8.1°C (46.6°F).Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Whitby, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whitby, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.4 days and collects up to 468mm (18.43") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Whitby, snow does not fall in May through October.Sea temperature
In Whitby, United Kingdom, in May, the average water temperature is 9.9°C (49.8°F).Note: If planning to swim in 9.9°C (49.8°F) under 10°C (50°F), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 13°C (55.4°F) is not much warmer.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 16h and 5min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:34 am and sunset at 9:26 pm BST.
Sunshine
In Whitby, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Whitby?
What are the least humid months in Whitby?
What is the average humidity in May in Whitby?
How many days does it rain in May in Whitby?
When it does not snow in Whitby?
Does it snow in Whitby in May?
How cold is the water in May in Whitby?
What is the average length of the day in May in Whitby?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Whitby?
How many hours of sunshine does Whitby have in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Whitby?
What is the UV index reading in May in Whitby?
Average temperature in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 12.4°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 8.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Whitby, 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 (1008.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 17.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (80%).
Average rainfall in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 30mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 9.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Whitby, 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: 7h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Whitby, 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 and November (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 48).
Average visibility in May
Whitby, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May and June (9km).
Whitby, United Kingdom
Weather forecast for your location
2. Allow the app to use your location
