May weather forecast
United Kingdom

May is a month where spring is in full swing across the United Kingdom. The temperatures continue to rise, and the weather generally becomes more settled, providing a pleasant prelude to the upcoming summer.

In Scotland, May often enjoys relatively dry and mild conditions. The temperatures in cities like Edinburgh typically range from 6°C (42.8°F) to 15°C (59°F). The Highlands continue to be cooler, but the majority of the snow has usually melted by this time.

England sees a further increase in temperatures, particularly in the southern and central regions. In London, temperatures often vary from 8°C (46.4°F) to 17°C (62.6°F). The longer daylight hours and increased sunshine contribute to a pleasant outdoor atmosphere.

Wales, with its diverse landscape, experiences milder weather in May, with coastal areas generally ranging from 7°C (44.6°F) to 16°C (60.8°F). The inland and mountainous regions can be cooler, but the overall trend is towards warmer and more settled weather.

Northern Ireland also enjoys the milder conditions of late spring, with temperatures typically between 7°C (44.6°F) to 16°C (60.8°F). While rain can still occur, especially in the western parts, the weather tends to be more predictable and calm.

Precipitation in May decreases further, particularly in the eastern regions, though occasional rain showers can still occur. The western coasts continue to receive more rain, but even these areas usually see a reduction compared to the wetter winter months.

The second half of May often sees particularly fair weather in the central and southern regions, making it an appealing time for outdoor activities and exploration. Gardens and parks across the country come alive with blooming flowers and lush greenery.

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• London - May »
  On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 9:07 pm BST. In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in London are 16.8°C (62.2°F) and 8.3°C (46.9°F) respectively.
• Edinburgh - May »
  On the first day of May in Edinburgh sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. In Edinburgh in May, during 18.5 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Manchester - May »
  In Manchester in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Manchester.
• Birmingham - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Birmingham, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 9:19 pm BST. As Birmingham, United Kingdom, welcomes May, the average high-temperature records at a still moderate 15.4°C (59.7°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month.
• Glasgow - May »
  April and May, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the least humid months in Glasgow. In Glasgow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 242.3 days and collects up to 788mm (31.02") of precipitation.
• Liverpool - May »
  The month with the most sunshine in Liverpool is May, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine. In Liverpool in May, during 15 rainfall days, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Bristol - May »
  In Bristol during May, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. In Bristol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.4 days and collects up to 188mm (7.4") of precipitation.
• Oxford - May »
  In Oxford in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oxford snow does not fall in April through November.
• Cambridge - May »
  In May, in Cambridge the rain falls for 17.1 days. April through October are months without snowfall in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
• Leeds - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Leeds sunrise is at 4:42 am and sunset at 9:25 pm BST. The months with the highest UV index in Leeds are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
• Cardiff - May »
  On the first day of May in Cardiff sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. The months with the lowest humidity in Cardiff are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 81%.
• Belfast - May »
  An average minimum temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F) marks the month of May in Belfast, United Kingdom. On the first day of May in Belfast, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:58 pm.