Edinburgh UV index in May

Typical ultraviolet levels for Edinburgh during May, from the past year of data.

Moderate Edinburgh

Moderate UV. Protect your skin during midday hours; wearing a hat and applying sunscreen is advisable.

May average

May UV
5.4577
Risk level
Moderate
Yearly peak
7.1393
Peak month
July

Edinburgh UV index — monthly trend

Average UV index by month over the past year, with May highlighted.

How this is calculated

Visiting Edinburgh in May?

In May, Edinburgh's typical UV index is about 5.4577 — a moderate risk level. Moderate UV. Protect your skin during midday hours; wearing a hat and applying sunscreen is advisable.

Across the year, Edinburgh sees the strongest UV in Summer, peaking around 7.1393 in July. Plan sun protection accordingly.