ScotlandAverage weather for Thurso in May
It's cool in May in Thurso with an average temperature of 12°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 10°C to a high of 14°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 9°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Thurso with cold temps, averaging around 11°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 13°C, with nights around 8°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 Thurso is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Thurso is 11°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In May, there is an average of 47 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Thurso in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
12°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
14°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
10°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
47 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
13 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.
Temperature records
With 20°C in 2017, Thurso reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 12°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Thurso
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Thurso, 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 Thurso
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Thurso, 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 13 days of precipitation in Thurso.
Daily UV index in May in Thurso
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Thurso, 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 Thurso over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Thurso, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Thurso over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Thurso, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Thurso
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Thurso. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Thurso by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Thurso. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
