Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Essen, Belgium, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 14°C (57°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (80°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (36°F). Typically, the humidity level in Essen throughout May hovers around 82%.
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In May, Essen averages 64 mm (2.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 37 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 13 hours 11 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 31% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Essen reaches a maximum of 7, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||