May weather forecast
Gwangju, South Korea

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Weather in May

May heralds the advent of summer with significantly warmer afternoons. The temperature ticks upwards, hitting an average high of 22.8°C (73°F), a reasonable jump from April's peak levels. May's abundant sunlight in Gwangju beckons outdoor enthusiasts to parks and riversides for picnics and barbecues. As sunshine hours reach their zenith for the first half of the year, the precipitation in May acts as a precursor to the impending monsoon in June.

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Gwangju sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 16.9°C (62.4°F) to an agreeable 22.8°C (73°F). In Gwangju, an average temperature of 12°C (53.6°F) is noted during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Gwangju is 69%.

Rainfall

In Gwangju, during May, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105 rainfall days, and 417mm (16.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Gwangju, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Gwangju, South Korea, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Gwangju, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 19:41 KST.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.6h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Gwangju.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gwangju is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gwangju in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) and a low-temperature of 12°C (53.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Gwangju?

The average relative humidity in May in Gwangju, South Korea, is 69%.

How much does it rain in Gwangju in May?

In Gwangju, in May, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gwangju?

In Gwangju, South Korea, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in May in Gwangju?

In Gwangju, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Gwangju?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, in Gwangju, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 19:41 KST.

What month has the most sunshine in Gwangju?

With an average of 9.6h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in May in Gwangju?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Gwangju, South Korea, is 9.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Gwangju?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average temperature in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average high temperature in May: 22.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average pressure in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1025mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average wind speed in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average humidity in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average rainfall in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average rainfall in May: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (10mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average rainfall days in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average snowfall in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average snowfall days in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.5 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
Gwangju, South Korea

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average sunshine days in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average UV index in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average cloud cover in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Gwangju, South Korea

Average visibility in May - Gwangju, South Korea
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (8km).

Gwangju, South Korea

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