May is a very cold and rainy time for sunbathing in Falmouth, and not recommended. May is too cold for swimming in Falmouth for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Falmouth in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
The average maximum temperature in Falmouth in May is 14°. The average maximum temperature is 12° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average temperature in Falmouth in May is 11°. The average temperature ranges is 9° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Falmouth in May is 9°. The minimum temperature is 6° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Falmouth in May are 15.4 and there are 7.4 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Falmouth in May is typically 6.8 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Falmouth in May is 11.5° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
The average total rainfall in Falmouth in May is 0.8cm and on average there are 15.5 rainy days in May making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Falmouth in May is 11° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 9° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Falmouth in May is typically 96.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 96.1% in the previous month and 96.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Falmouth in May is typically 84.3%. The average relative humidity is 83.8% in the previous month and 83.7% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Falmouth in May is typically 28kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 29kmh in the previous month and 26kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Falmouth in May is typically 18kmh. The average wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 16kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Falmouth in May is from the North West.
