Banff weather in May (Grampian, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Banff this May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During May, Banff usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 12°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Banff in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Expect around 16 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 203 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Banff.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Banff, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 64 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 36% *  

* Data from: Aberdeen, Scotland (55 KM, 34 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

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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