Ashbourne weather in May (Derbyshire, United Kingdom)

Is May a good time to explore Ashbourne weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Ashbourne generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 16°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Ashbourne in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Expect around 15 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 193 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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 Ashbourne climate page with graphs.

 

Ashbourne, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 69 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 193 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nottingham, the United Kingdom (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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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?

For visitors traveling to Ashbourne, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

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 Ashbourne.

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