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Bakewell Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Bakewell in May? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Bakewell in May

Typically, about 16 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 76 mm (3 in) for the month. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Bakewell in May

Daytime highs in Bakewell in May reach 16°C (61°F), with nights around 7°C (45°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Bakewell in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 199 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Bakewell.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Bakewell.

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Bakewell Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 76 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 199 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Sheffield, the United Kingdom (22 KM, 14 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Bakewell in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Bakewell in May

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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