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Barmouth in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Barmouth in May 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether May is a good month to travel to Barmouth, Wales.

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Barmouth in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Barmouth in May in summary
Fair weather
Min 8°C Max 13°C 120 mm 8 day(s) 91% 55% 12°C 12.2 h/day 0.1 cm
Best activities in May
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding 04:19 20:07
Hourly weather

Average weather in Barmouth in May 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Barmouth in May 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in May. This allows you to forecast the weather in May 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Barmouth in May

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Barmouth in May.

Temperatures and rain in Barmouth in May

Average daily weather

Temperatures, rain and snow day by day in May, with a separate scale for snow.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall Daily snow

Monthly temperatures

The month of May is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Barmouth in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Barmouth in May

Check the seasonal normals in Barmouth in May and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
May
Weather data April May June
Outside temperature
Average temperature 7.9°C 10.7°C 13.6°C
Maximum temperature 11.0°C 13.3°C 16.1°C
Minimum temperature 4.8°C 8.0°C 11.2°C
Record maximum temperature 21.0°C
(2019)
24.0°C
(2017)
26.0°C
(2018)
Record low temperature -3.0°C
(2013)
2.0°C
(2012)
5.0°C
(2012)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 1 day(s)
(3%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
9 day(s)
(30%)
Number of days below 0° 2 day(s)
(7%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 9.3°C 10.6°C 12.8°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 8.0°C 9.8°C 11.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 10.4°C 11.9°C 14.0°C
Wind
Wind speed 18 km/h 18 km/h 16 km/h
Wind temperature 2.3°C 6.1°C 10.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 94.1 mm 120.2 mm 137.7 mm
Number of days with precipitation 17 day(s)
(57%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
20 day(s)
(67%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 6 day(s)
(20%)
8 day(s)
(24%)
8 day(s)
(26%)
Record precipitation in one day 45.8 mm
(2019)
41.2 mm
(2021)
50.1 mm
(2017)
Other weather data
Humidity 91% 91% 92%
Visibility 8.4 km 8.3 km 8.2 km
Cloud cover 53% 55% 56%
UV index 3 3 4
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 13h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h18 04h19 03h52
Sunset time 19h16 20h07 20h42
Day length 13h58 15h48 16h50
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When very bad weather fair weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Barmouth in May?

Best activities in May
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Possible activities in May
Animal observation
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Barmouth in May last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Barmouth in May 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
11°C20°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
8°C16°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
5°C14°C0.0 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
5°C12°C0.3 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
3°C10°C0.0 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
2°C14°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
4°C15°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
6°C15°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
3°C16°C0.0 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
6°C17°C0.0 mm
11
Overcast
8°C18°C0.0 mm
12
Overcast
11°C19°C2.7 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
11°C19°C0.2 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
8°C17°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
7°C18°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
6°C18°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
6°C19°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
7°C18°C0.0 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
9°C16°C0.4 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
7°C15°C0.1 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
9°C15°C0.2 mm
22
Overcast
10°C16°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
7°C14°C0.5 mm
24
Moderate rain at times
12°C14°C6.0 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
9°C12°C2.7 mm
26
Light rain
9°C12°C7.1 mm
27
Light rain
9°C12°C4.6 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
10°C14°C1.3 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
13°C14°C2.1 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
12°C15°C0.4 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
13°C16°C0.9 mm
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Where to go near Barmouth in May?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Barmouth in May: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Barmouth in May, which ranks this month 1st out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 13°C during the day and 8°C at night, with about 120 mm of precipitation spread over 8 rainy days.

The sea is only 11°C on average in May. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 12.2 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Hiking and trekking, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Yes: this month is in High crowding, with a visitor index of 72/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.
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