May weather forecastWhitstable, United Kingdom
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Whitstable, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.8°C (49.6°F) and 13.8°C (56.8°F).Temperature
The commencement of May records an average high-temperature of a mild 13.8°C (56.8°F), barely varying from April's 11.2°C (52.2°F). The nighttime temperature in Whitstable in May experiences a minor dip, averaging a frosty 9.8°C (49.6°F).Humidity
In Whitstable, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In Whitstable, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. In Whitstable, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.2 days and collects up to 552mm (21.73") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Whitstable, snow does not fall in April through October.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Whitstable, United Kingdom, is 11.6°C (52.9°F).Note: Navigating the 11.6°C (52.9°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, in Whitstable, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 4:45 am and sunset at 9:02 pm BST.
Sunshine
In Whitstable, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In Whitstable, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 13.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 9.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1016.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 18.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (27.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 35mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (13.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Whitstable, 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
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in May: 11.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.5°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 36min
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: 8h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).
