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Barry in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Barry 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 Barry, Wales.

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Barry in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Barry in May in summary
Fair weather
Min 10°C Max 15°C 96 mm 6 day(s) 88% 47% 12°C 12.7 h/day
Best activities in May
Nature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
High crowding 04:21 19:59
Hourly weather

Average weather in Barry in May 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Barry 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 Barry in May

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Barry in May.

Temperatures and rain in Barry in May

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in May.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

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

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Barry in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Barry in May

Check the seasonal normals in Barry 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 9.5°C 12.3°C 15.2°C
Maximum temperature 12.5°C 14.9°C 17.7°C
Minimum temperature 6.4°C 9.7°C 12.8°C
Record maximum temperature 22.0°C
(2011)
24.0°C
(2010)
27.0°C
(2017)
Record low temperature -3.0°C
(2013)
3.0°C
(2012)
7.0°C
(2012)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 2 day(s)
(7%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
14 day(s)
(47%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 9.9°C 11.4°C 13.6°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 8.4°C 10.3°C 11.9°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 11.3°C 12.4°C 15.1°C
Wind
Wind speed 21 km/h 21 km/h 19 km/h
Wind temperature 3.8°C 7.7°C 11.6°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 61.7 mm 96.2 mm 107.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 14 day(s)
(47%)
16 day(s)
(52%)
18 day(s)
(60%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(13%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
7 day(s)
(22%)
Record precipitation in one day 28.9 mm
(2012)
43.6 mm
(2021)
45.5 mm
(2011)
Other weather data
Humidity 89% 88% 90%
Visibility 9.2 km 9.0 km 9.0 km
Cloud cover 46% 47% 50%
UV index 3 4 4
Daily sunshine 12h 13h 13h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h18 04h21 03h56
Sunset time 19h10 19h59 20h31
Day length 13h52 15h38 16h35
Our opinion on the climate in May
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Activities and events

What to do in Barry in May?

Best activities in May
Nature and landscapes
Possible activities in May
Beach and swimming
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Barry in May last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Cloudy
12°C22°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
11°C16°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
10°C15°C0.0 mm
4
Overcast
7°C12°C0.7 mm
5
Overcast
5°C11°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
6°C13°C0.0 mm
7
Cloudy
9°C13°C0.0 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
7°C14°C0.0 mm
9
Overcast
8°C16°C0.0 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
9°C18°C0.0 mm
11
Overcast
10°C18°C0.2 mm
12
Overcast
12°C17°C0.5 mm
13
Cloudy
11°C17°C0.1 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
10°C18°C0.0 mm
15
Partly Cloudy
9°C16°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
9°C17°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
8°C16°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
9°C17°C0.0 mm
19
Cloudy
9°C16°C0.0 mm
20
Cloudy
11°C17°C0.0 mm
21
Overcast
12°C17°C2.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
12°C17°C0.1 mm
23
Overcast
10°C15°C0.0 mm
24
Overcast
14°C17°C3.7 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
12°C14°C0.4 mm
26
Patchy light drizzle
11°C14°C1.2 mm
27
Light rain
12°C15°C2.8 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
13°C15°C0.3 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
16°C18°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
15°C16°C0.1 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
14°C17°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Barry in May?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Barry 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 Barry in May, which ranks this month 6th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 15°C during the day and 10°C at night, with about 96 mm of precipitation spread over 6 rainy days.

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

Expect about 12.7 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Nature and landscapes. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 52/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Barry are: June, July, August and September. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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