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Guernsey weather in May (Guernsey island, United Kingdom)

What's the typical weather in Guernsey for May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

During May, Guernsey usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 14°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 11°C.

Precipitation

Guernsey in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

With approximately 236 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Guernsey climate page with graphs.

 

Guernsey, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 236 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48%  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Guernsey.

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