Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in South Shields, United Kingdom, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (53°F). Highs can soar to 22°C (71°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (36°F). Typically, the humidity level in South Shields throughout May hovers around 83%.
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In May, South Shields averages 49 mm (1.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 16 hours 10 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 57 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 32% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in South Shields reaches a maximum of 6, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||