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ScotlandThe weather in May in Shetland Islands
It's cool in May in Shetland Islands with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 13°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 8°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Shetland Islands, Scotland. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 21°C in 2018, Shetland Islands reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 13°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 54 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Shetland Islands
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Shetland Islands. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Shetland Islands | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 11°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 13°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 54 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Shetland Islands with cold temps, averaging around 10°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 11°C, with nights around 7°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Shetland Islands is around 12°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Shetland Islands, Scotland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Shetland Islands
Temperature in May in Shetland Islands over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Shetland Islands, Scotland. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Shetland Islands
Total precipitation in May in Shetland Islands over the years
Daily UV index in May in Shetland Islands
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Shetland Islands, 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.
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Average weather in Shetland Islands by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Shetland Islands. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.