Scotland - United Kingdom weather in May 2025
Scotland - United Kingdom weather in May 2025
Day
15 °C
Night
6 °C
Sea
10 °C
Precipitation
65 mm
in month
Rainy days
13 days
in month
Daylight
16 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
78 %
Day
15 °C
Night
6 °C
Sea
10 °C
Precipitation
65 mm
in month
Rainy days
13 days
in month
Daylight
16 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
78 %
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Weather overview
In Scotland in May, the average air temperature ranges from 15 °C (58 °F) during the day to 6 °C (44 °F) at night. There are 13 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 65 mm (2.56 in).
Is May a good month to visit Scotland?
Scotland can be visited in May - the weather will be moderate. A relatively low temperature of 15 °C (58 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The temperature of 6 °C (44 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Scotland in May?
In May in Scotland, the average daily temperatures will be 15 °C (58 °F). Don't forget a sweater and light or normal jacket, but also pack light clothing in case the temperatures are above average. The weather at this time can be somewhat changeable and a wide range of clothing can become handy.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in May in Scotland?
In Scotland in May, we can expect 13 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 3.0 days of the week, or in general - 43 % days.
How humid is Scotland in May?
Humidity in Scotland in May is 78 %.
What is the rainfall intensity in May in Scotland?
In Scotland in May, there is 65 mm (2.56 in) rainfall, which means on average 2 mm (0.09 in) rainfall per day.
How many sunny hours can I expect in May in Scotland?
There is an average length of sunshine of 5 hours per day in Scotland in May.
Is May part of the wet season in Scotland?
No, there is no wet season in May in Scotland - you can expect 13 days of rain during the month.
Is the weather in Scotland warmer in May than in April?
Yes, May in Scotland is warmer than April by 3 °C (37 °F).
How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Scotland in May?
The length of daylight in Scotland in May is 16 hours.
Is May part of the dry season in Scotland?
No, May is not a dry month in Scotland, expect rain approximately 13 days in a month.
What is the temperature trend in Scotland in May?
Over the course of May in Scotland, the temperatures are rising from 13 °C (56 °F) at the beginning of the month to 16 °C (61 °F) at the end of the month.
How windy is it in Scotland in May?
In May in Scotland, there will be an average wind scale of 4.