Achiltibuie weather in May (Highlands, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Achiltibuie this May? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In May, Achiltibuie typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 13°C. But by evening, they drop to around 7°C.

Precipitation

Achiltibuie in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. Climate data suggests that about 18 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 205 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Achiltibuie. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Achiltibuie, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 109 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 205 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Stornoway, the United Kingdom (63 KM, 39 Miles).

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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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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

5/10

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