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England - United Kingdom weather in May 2026

United Kingdom

England - United Kingdom weather in May 2026

 

Day

16 °C

 

Night

8 °C

 

Sea

11 °C

 

Precipitation

51 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

10 days

in month

 

Daylight

15 hours

average

 

Sunshine

6 hours

average

 

Humidity

78 %

 

Day

16 °C

 

Night

8 °C

 

Sea

11 °C

 

Precipitation

51 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

10 days

in month

 

Daylight

15 hours

average

 

Sunshine

6 hours

average

 

Humidity

78 %

Overview: England - United Kingdom
In England in May, the average air temperature ranges from 16 °C (62 °F) during the day to 8 °C (46 °F) at night. There are 10 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 51 mm (2.00 in).

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In England in May, the average air temperature ranges from 16 °C (62 °F) during the day to 8 °C (46 °F) at night. There are 10 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 51 mm (2.00 in).

Are there good conditions to visit in May in England?

In May there are not good conditions to visit England. A relatively low temperature of 16 °C (62 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The temperature of 8 °C (46 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

What is the air temperature in England in May at night?

The average night temperature in England in May is 8 °C (46 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.

What temperature can I expect during the day in England in May?

In England in May, the average daily temperatures will be 16 °C (62 °F). Nice temperature for walking around the city or on the beach, but you will probably get cold soon when wearing a swimsuit. When walking around all day, people used to cold conditions, pull out their shorts and get rid of their sweaters. On some days, when spending time in the direct sun, sunscreen can be useful, especially for people with more sensitive skin.

What is the average number of rainy days in May in England?

In England in May, we can expect 10 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.3 days of the week, or in general - 33 % days.

How heavy is the precipitation in May in England?

There is precipitation of 51 mm (2.00 in) in May in England, which means 2 mm (0.07 in) rainfall per day on average.

How many hours of sun to expect in England in May?

There is an average length of sunshine of 6 hours per day in England in May.

How does the sea temperature evolve during the month in England in May?

The sea temperature during May in England has an increasing tendency from 10 °C (49 °F) at the beginning of the month to 12 °C (54 °F) at the end of the month.

Is May part of the wet season in England?

No, there is no wet season in May in England - you can expect 10 days of rain during the month.

How windy is England in May?

In May in England, there will be an average wind scale of 4.

What is the humidity in England in May?

Humidity in England in May is 78 %.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in England in May?

The length of daylight in England in May is 15 hours.

Is the temperature rising or falling in the course of time in England in May?

Over the course of May in England, the temperatures are rising from 15 °C (58 °F) at the beginning of the month to 18 °C (64 °F) at the end of the month.

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