Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Thurso, United Kingdom, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 10°C (50°F). Highs can soar to 19°C (67°F), while lows may dip to 1°C (35°F). Typically, the humidity level in Thurso throughout May hovers around 83%.
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In May, Thurso averages 67 mm (2.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 16 hours 51 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 13 hours 0 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 24% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Thurso reaches a maximum of 5, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 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 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | Low | ||||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||||