May weather forecast
Reading, United Kingdom

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Weather in May

The month of May in Reading is characterized by the real emergence of spring. It typically commands the city's transition to warmth and brightness. Weather conditions continue to improve astronomically, with an increase in the levels of sunshine and daylight hours. Temperatures rise at a steady pace, with an average high of 16.1°C (61°F) and lows sitting at 6.9°C (44.4°F), allowing for comfortable outdoors activities. Despite the predictable increase in precipitation this time of the year, May remains a remarkable period for its balanced and pleasant meteorological conditions.

Temperature

Reading's transition from April to May introduces an average high-temperature of a comfortable 16.1°C (61°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 13.4°C (56.1°F). In Reading, May nights cool down to an average of 6.9°C (44.4°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Reading, United Kingdom, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Reading, United Kingdom, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Reading, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 320mm (12.6") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Reading.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Reading is 15h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of May, in Reading, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 9:10 pm BST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Reading?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Reading during May are 16.1°C (61°F) and 6.9°C (44.4°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Reading?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Reading?

In May, in Reading, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Reading?

In Reading, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Reading have in May?

In May, the average day length in Reading, United Kingdom, is 15h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Reading?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 9:10 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Reading?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Reading?

In Reading, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).

Average humidity in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (17mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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
Reading, United Kingdom

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in May
Reading, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Reading, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October and November (8km).

Reading, United Kingdom

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