Weather in United Kingdom in may 2025

Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in United Kingdom. These predictions are statistics for may from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.

Average weather in may in England

good weather

Weather at 6am
52°F

Clear/Sunny

29%

Cloudy

25%

Moderate rain at times

8%

Weather at 12pm
63°F

Cloudy

27%

Clear/Sunny

23%

Partly Cloudy

20%

Weather at 6pm
61°F

Clear/Sunny

25%

Partly Cloudy

21%

Cloudy

17%

Weather at 3am
50°F

Partly Cloudy

24%

Fog

23%

Clear/Sunny

22%

Cloudy

17%

More information about the weather in England in may



Where to go in United Kingdom in may?

Where to go in United Kingdom in may: destination map

Legend: perfect weather good tolerable bad very bad

Where to go in each region in may?

England
(London, Jersey, Manchester...)
52°F to 65°F2 à 9 days
tolerable weather*
North Ireland
(Belfast, Derry (Londonderry), Armagh...)
54°F to 58°F2 à 8 days
tolerable weather
Scotland
(Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness...)
49°F to 58°F2 à 10 days
tolerable weather*
Wales
(Cardiff, Pembrokeshire, Swansea...)
54°F to 59°F3 à 8 days
tolerable weather
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.

Where should you go in United Kingdom in may when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in United Kingdom in may ranges from tolerable to bad depending on the region and city.

That month is not the best month to go to in United Kingdom. The weather in England, North Ireland, Scotland and Wales is just ok. The sun is not there all the time and you risk you to be soaked by rain frequently. Nevertheless, if you don't plan a pool & relaxation travel but rather sightseeing, this climate may be enough. In addition, there are definitely fewer tourists dyring this month of may.


Climate in United Kingdom in may

Climate in England in may

In may, maximum temperature is 65°F and minimum temperature is 52°F (for an average temperature of 58°F). The climate is rather cool in that locality in may, but it is tolerable when dressing hot. With barely 2.7in over 5 days, rain may be scarce for your holidays.

May
Average temperature 58°F
Highest temperature 65°F
Lowest temperature 52°F
Sea temperature 53°F
Rainfall 2.7in
Number of days with rainfall 5 day(s)
(15%)
Humidity 85%
Daily sunshine hours 13
Cloud cover 51%
Length of day 15:39
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in England in may

Climate in Scotland in may

In may, maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 49°F (for an average temperature of 52°F). The climate is quite cool in this location in this month, but it is bearable by dressing hot. With 3.5in over 6 days, it rains very little for your holidays.

May
Average temperature 52°F
Highest temperature 58°F
Lowest temperature 49°F
Sea temperature 50°F
Rainfall 3.5in
Number of days with rainfall 6 day(s)
(20%)
Humidity 89%
Daily sunshine hours 13
Cloud cover 55%
Length of day 16:19
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Scotland in may

Climate in Northern Ireland in may

In the month of may, the mean temperature in North Ireland is 54°F (maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 49°F). The climate is quite fresh in this location in this month, but it is tolerable by dressing cosy. With barely 3.8in over 7 days, the rain will not be a problem for your trip.

May
Average temperature 54°F
Highest temperature 58°F
Lowest temperature 49°F
Sea temperature 50°F
Rainfall 3.8in
Number of days with rainfall 7 day(s)
(21%)
Humidity 90%
Daily sunshine hours 13
Cloud cover 56%
Length of day 16:05
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Northern Ireland in may

Climate in Wales in may

In the month of may, the mean temperature in Wales is 56°F (maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 50°F). The climate is relatively fresh in that locality in this month, but it is endurable when dressing warm. With barely 2.3in over 4 days, rain may be scarce for your stay.

May
Average temperature 56°F
Highest temperature 59°F
Lowest temperature 50°F
Sea temperature 53°F
Rainfall 2.3in
Number of days with rainfall 4 day(s)
(11%)
Humidity 88%
Daily sunshine hours 13
Cloud cover 47%
Length of day 15:37
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Wales in may


All cities in United Kingdom in may

England in maygood weather
Scotland in maytolerable weather
North Ireland in maytolerable weather
Wales in maytolerable weather


Weather data for United Kingdom in may:

Weather data for United Kingdom in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in United Kingdom. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in United Kingdom can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to United Kingdom.


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