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Basingstoke Weather in May

Basingstoke in May sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 18°C (64°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 65 mm (2.6 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Basingstoke in May

On average, there are about 14 days with rain during this month, averaging 65 mm (2.6 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Basingstoke in May

Basingstoke in May gets highs of 18°C (64°F) during the day and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Basingstoke in May

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 215 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

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Basingstoke Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 215 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 44% *  
* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (45 KM, 28 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 Basingstoke in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Basingstoke in May

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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