May Weather in Glasgow

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Glasgow, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (64°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (86°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (37°F). Typically, the humidity level in Glasgow throughout May hovers around 82%.

3°C (37°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (64°F)

Average temperature

30°C (86°F)

Maximum temperature

82%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Glasgow averages 129 mm (5.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 12 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 29 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 41% probability of sunny days during this period.

129 mm (5.1 inches)

Precipitation

13 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 29 minutes

Sunshine hours

41%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Glasgow reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 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 1 2 3 6 8 10 10 10 8 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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