Alston weather in May (Cumbria, United Kingdom)
How does the weather in Alston usually fare in May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
The typical weather for May in Alston includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 14°C. At night, they generally drop to 6°C.
Precipitation
Alston in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 18 days of rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 183 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alston climate page with graphs.
Alston, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
6°C
Max Temperature
14°C
Chance of Rain
59%
Precipitation
78 mm
Rainy days
18 days
Sunshine
183 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
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