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Merthyr Tydfil in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil, Wales.

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Merthyr Tydfil in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Merthyr Tydfil in May in summary
Fair weather
Min 8°C Max 14°C 86 mm 6 day(s) 90% 52% 12.4 h/day 0.1 cm
Best activities in May
Hiking and trekkingNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
High crowding 04:20 20:00
Hourly weather

Average weather in Merthyr Tydfil in May 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil in May

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

Temperatures and rain in Merthyr Tydfil 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

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Merthyr Tydfil in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Merthyr Tydfil in May

Check the seasonal normals in Merthyr Tydfil 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 8.2°C 10.9°C 13.9°C
Maximum temperature 11.3°C 13.8°C 16.5°C
Minimum temperature 5.0°C 8.1°C 11.3°C
Record maximum temperature 20.0°C
(2011)
23.0°C
(2010)
26.0°C
(2017)
Record low temperature -3.0°C
(2013)
1.0°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%)
5 day(s)
(16%)
10 day(s)
(33%)
Number of days below 0° 2 day(s)
(7%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 20 km/h 20 km/h 18 km/h
Wind temperature 2.4°C 6.1°C 10.0°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 61.6 mm 86.0 mm 94.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 15 day(s)
(50%)
17 day(s)
(55%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(13%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
Record precipitation in one day 29.5 mm
(2019)
39.0 mm
(2021)
47.7 mm
(2011)
Other weather data
Humidity 92% 90% 92%
Visibility 8.7 km 8.7 km 8.4 km
Cloud cover 51% 52% 55%
UV index 3 3 4
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 13h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h17 04h20 03h54
Sunset time 19h11 20h00 20h34
Day length 13h54 15h40 16h40
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When very bad weather fair weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Merthyr Tydfil in May?

Best activities in May
Hiking and trekkingNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Merthyr Tydfil in May last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Partly Cloudy
12°C20°C0.0 mm
2
Cloudy
10°C17°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
8°C15°C0.0 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
5°C10°C0.1 mm
5
Overcast
2°C10°C0.1 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
2°C13°C0.0 mm
7
Overcast
5°C14°C0.0 mm
8
Cloudy
5°C13°C0.0 mm
9
Cloudy
4°C14°C0.0 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
7°C16°C0.0 mm
11
Overcast
9°C19°C0.0 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
11°C16°C1.6 mm
13
Cloudy
10°C18°C0.3 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
8°C17°C0.0 mm
15
Cloudy
7°C16°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
7°C17°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
7°C17°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
8°C18°C0.0 mm
19
Overcast
7°C15°C0.0 mm
20
Overcast
8°C17°C0.1 mm
21
Overcast
10°C16°C0.9 mm
22
Cloudy
10°C17°C0.2 mm
23
Cloudy
8°C16°C0.2 mm
24
Overcast
13°C16°C2.5 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
10°C13°C0.4 mm
26
Light rain shower
9°C11°C2.4 mm
27
Light rain
10°C13°C4.9 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
11°C14°C0.0 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
13°C17°C0.1 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
13°C17°C0.0 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
13°C17°C0.3 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil in May, which ranks this month 4th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 14°C during the day and 8°C at night, with about 86 mm of precipitation spread over 6 rainy days.

Expect about 12.4 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Hiking and trekking and Nature and landscapes. 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 73/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

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