Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Wigan, United Kingdom, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (54°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (73°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (36°F). Typically, the humidity level in Wigan throughout May hovers around 79%.
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In May, Wigan averages 62 mm (2.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 54 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 13 hours 0 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 Wigan 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 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 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 | ||||||||