May weather forecast
Yekaterinburg, Russia

May brings about pleasing transformations in Yekaterinburg's weather. With high temperatures reaching 17.4°C (63.3°F) and lows of around 6.2°C (43.2°F), residents experience a noticeable warmth. This month holds the record for the most substantial hike in rainfall, with levels escalating to 50mm (1.97"), a sharp increase from the 28mm (1.1") recorded in April. Growing daylight hours, up to an average of 16.5 from 14.3 in April, signals extended outdoor activities under the sun. As vegetation flourishes and flowers bloom, May proves an excellent time for local festivals and garden tours, drawing troves of nature lovers and tourists.

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 9.8°C (49.6°F) in April to a refreshing 17.4°C (63.3°F). The average temperature during May nights in Yekaterinburg, Russia, is registered at a frosty 6.2°C (43.2°F).

Humidity

The least humid month in Yekaterinburg, Russia, is May, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

Rainfall

In Yekaterinburg, during May, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation. In Yekaterinburg, Russia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 537mm (21.14") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout May, there are 1 snowfall days. Throughout the year, in Yekaterinburg, there are 115 snowfall days.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 16h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 20:40. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:13 and sunset at 21:36 +05.

Sunshine

In Yekaterinburg, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Yekaterinburg is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.