Aberdeen weather in May (Grampian, Scotland)

Is Aberdeen a good destination in May, weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Aberdeen typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 13°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 7°C.

Precipitation

Aberdeen in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month, where the risk of rain is low. It's a great time for outdoor events and activities without the threat of wet weather. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 203 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Aberdeen, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Water Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 59 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 78%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 203 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 36%  

Where to go in Scotland in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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. With a water temperature of around 9°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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