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Barnstaple weather in May (Devon, United Kingdom)

How does the May weather in Barnstaple compare to other months? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Barnstaple includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 15°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 9°C.

Precipitation

Barnstaple in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. With virtually no rain, this driest month of the year is perfect for exploring the outdoors. This month experiences about 15 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 197 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 August typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Barnstaple, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 197 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Exeter, the United Kingdom (54 KM, 33 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
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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