EnglandAverage weather for North Yorkshire in May
It's cool to moderate in May in North Yorkshire with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 10°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in North Yorkshire with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 6°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 17°C, with nights around 8°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in North Yorkshire is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 42 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
North Yorkshire in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
16°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
19°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
13°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
42 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit North Yorkshire?
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in North Yorkshire. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2020, North Yorkshire reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -3°C to a highest value of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in North Yorkshire
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for North Yorkshire, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in North Yorkshire
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for North Yorkshire, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in North Yorkshire.
Daily UV index in May in North Yorkshire
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in North Yorkshire, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in North Yorkshire over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in North Yorkshire, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in North Yorkshire over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in North Yorkshire, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for North Yorkshire
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Average weather in North Yorkshire by month
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