May weather forecastWolverhampton, United Kingdom
May
Weather in May
May typically marks the arrival of consistent warmth in Wolverhampton. The increased humidity evident from the rise in relative humidity from 82% to 83%, makes the air heavier. The weather is characterized by frequent yet light rain showers that promote the blossoming of flora. With the continued rise of temperatures, the comfort of light clothing can be finally indulged in. Despite the slight increase in rainfall, this does not significantly affect the outdoor activities planned during this month.Temperature
As Wolverhampton welcomes May, the average high-temperature is noted at a mild 15.3°C (59.5°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Wolverhampton encounters a steady low-temperature average of 6.6°C (43.9°F) throughout the month of May.Humidity
May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout May, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wolverhampton, there are 177.3 rainfall days, and 357mm (14.06") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Wolverhampton.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Wolverhampton is 15h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 9:21 pm BST.
Sunshine
In Wolverhampton, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in May is 6.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in May: 15.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in May: 1016.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in May: 13.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (81%).
Average rainfall in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in May: 25mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (42mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (33mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in May: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).
Average visibility in May
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, June, July, September, October, November and December (8km).
