Barvas weather in May (Isle of Lewis, United Kingdom)

Curious about the climate in Barvas this May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Barvas includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 14°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Barvas in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Past climate data indicates that roughly 18 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 205 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Barvas. May, June and July typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Barvas, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 82 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 205 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Stornoway, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 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?

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

9/10

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