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The weather in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 33% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Durness Beach.
May has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 21.2 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 9°C (48°F). May is too cold for swimming in Durness Beach 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 into June.
May brings milder weather, with more sunshine and less rain. The days are longer, and the temperatures are more pleasant. Swimming and sunbathing may be possible on warmer days, but the water temperature remains chilly. Wind-based activities such as windsurfing and kitesurfing are popular during this month. Consider visiting Durness Beach 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 Durness Beach.
May has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 33% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 21.2 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 Durness Beach for any length of time, with the sea water at 9°C (48°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about May sea temperatures.
No, May is not a good time for a holiday in Durness Beach.
May has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 33% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 21.2 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 Durness Beach. Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (48°F). May is too cold for swimming in Durness Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the May temperatures and sunshine.
No, Durness Beach is too cold for sunbathing in May.
The average maximum temperature in Durness Beach in May is 13°C (55°F). The average maximum temperature is 11°C (52°) in the previous month and 15°C (59°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Durness Beach in May is 10°C (49°F). The average temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.
More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Durness Beach in May are 16.8. The sunshine percentage is 33% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day.
More about May sunshine.
In May, the beach starts to become a bit more popular as the weather gets warmer. The two public holidays in May, Early May Bank Holiday and Spring Bank Holiday, may bring a slight increase in visitors, but the beach remains relatively uncrowded.
The weather in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into June. The average maximum temperature in Durness Beach in May is 13°C (55°F). The average maximum temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 15°C (59°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Durness Beach in May is 10°C (49°F). The average temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Durness Beach in May is 6°C (44°F). The minimum temperature is 5°C (40°F) in the previous month and 9°C (49°F) in the next month.
The days in May are significantly longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into June. May has more hours of sunshine than the previous month. During May the average day light hours are 16.8 per day in Durness Beach. The sunshine percentage is 33% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Durness Beach in May is typically 5.2 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive 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, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Durness Beach in May is 8.8°C (47.8°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 into June.
May weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into June. May has fewer days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into June. The average total rainfall in Durness Beach in May is 1.1cm (0.4inches) and on average there are 21.2 rainy days in May making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Durness Beach in May is 8°C (47°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 11°C (11°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Durness Beach in May is typically 89.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.6% in the previous month and 89.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Durness Beach in May is typically 78%. The average relative humidity is 79.1% in the previous month and 79.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Durness Beach in May is typically 31KM/H (20MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 35KM/H (22MPH) in the previous month and 29KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Durness Beach in May is typically 18KM/H (11MPH). The average wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 17KM/H (10MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Durness Beach in May is from the East-Northeast.
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