The weather in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (62°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.0 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Essex.
Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). May is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Essex for prolonged periods of time. The sea temperature in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June.
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No, May is not a good time for sunbathing in Essex.
May has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (62°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.0 hours of sunshine per day.
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Probably not, May is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Essex for prolonged periods of time with the sea water at 17°C (63°F).
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Probably not, May is not a good time for a holiday in Essex.
May has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (62°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.0 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Essex. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). May is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Essex for prolonged periods of time.
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No, Essex is a little too chilly for sunbathing in May.
The average maximum temperature in Essex in May is 17°C (62°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (58°) in the previous month and 20°C (68°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Essex in May is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 16°C (60°F) in the next month.
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The average day light hours per day in Essex in May are 15.7. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.0 hours of sunshine per day.
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The weather in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June. The average maximum temperature in Essex in May is 17°C (62°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (58°F) in the previous month and 20°C (68°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Essex in May is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 16°C (60°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Essex in May is 9°C (48°F). The minimum temperature is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°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 15.7 per day in Essex. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.0 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Essex in May is typically 6.5 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 Essex in May is 17.1°C (62.8°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. The sea temperature in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Essex in May is 10°C (50°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 13°C (13°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Essex in May is typically 89.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.7% in the previous month and 89.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Essex in May is typically 70.8%. The average relative humidity is 70.7% in the previous month and 70.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Essex in May is typically 28KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 25KM/H (16MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Essex in May is typically 13KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 13KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 13KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Essex in May is from the West-Northwest.
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