May Weather in Gilgit

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Gilgit, Pakistan, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 2°C (35°F). Highs can soar to 13°C (56°F), while lows may dip to -9°C (16°F). Typically, the humidity level in Gilgit throughout May hovers around 70%.

-9°C (16°F)

Minimum temperature

2°C (35°F)

Average temperature

13°C (56°F)

Maximum temperature

70%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Gilgit averages 89 mm (3.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 3 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 30 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 48% probability of sunny days during this period.

89 mm (3.5 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

12 hours 30 minutes

Sunshine hours

48%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Gilgit reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 3 5 9 12 15 15 14 11 8 4 2 1 0
Exposure Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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