Average weather for Wakefield in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Wakefield with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 14°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Wakefield with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 9°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 21°C, with nights around 11°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Wakefield is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 102 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
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19°C | 22°C | |
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27°C | 28°C | |
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14°C | -5°C | |
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102 mm | 105 mm | |
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9 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Wakefield?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Wakefield. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2017, Wakefield 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 1°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Wakefield
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Wakefield, 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 Wakefield
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Wakefield, 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 9 days of precipitation in Wakefield.
Daily UV index in May in Wakefield
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Wakefield, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Wakefield over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Wakefield, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Wakefield
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Wakefield. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Wakefield by month
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