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The weather in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 47.3% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Devon.
May has total rainfall of 1.6cm (0.6inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.8 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.
Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (51°F). May is too cold for swimming in Devon for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June.
Consider visiting Devon in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
No, May is not a good time for sunbathing in Devon.
May has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 47.3% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 1.6cm (0.6inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.8 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.
More about May temperature and sunshine.
No, May is too cold for swimming in Devon for any length of time, with the sea water at 11°C (51°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about May sea temperatures.
Probably not, May is not a good time for a holiday in Devon.
May has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 47.3% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 1.6cm (0.6inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.8 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Devon. Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (51°F). May is too cold for swimming in Devon for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the May temperatures and sunshine.
No, Devon is a little too chilly for sunbathing in May.
The average maximum temperature in Devon in May is 16°C (61°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (56°) in the previous month and 20°C (67°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Devon in May is 12°C (53°F). The average temperature is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 15°C (59°F) in the next month.
More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Devon in May are 15.5. The sunshine percentage is 47.3% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day.
More about May sunshine.
The weather in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June. The average maximum temperature in Devon in May is 16°C (61°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (56°F) in the previous month and 20°C (67°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Devon in May is 12°C (53°F). The average temperature is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 15°C (59°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Devon in May is 8°C (46°F). The minimum temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.
The days in May are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into June. May has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise slightly into June. During May the average day light hours are 15.5 per day in Devon. The sunshine percentage is 47.3% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Devon 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 Devon in May is 10.7°C (51.3°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June.
May weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. May has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Devon in May is 1.6cm (0.6inches) and on average there are 16.8 rainy days in May making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Devon in May is 11°C (51°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 8°C (47°F) in the previous month and 13°C (13°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Devon in May is typically 93.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.4% in the previous month and 93.4% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Devon in May is typically 75.4%. The average relative humidity is 76% in the previous month and 73.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Devon in May is typically 27KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 27KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 25KM/H (15MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Devon in May is typically 15KM/H (9MPH). The average wind speed is 15KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 13KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Devon in May is from the West-Northwest.
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