Bassenthwaite Lake weather in May (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

Planning a trip to Bassenthwaite Lake in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Bassenthwaite Lake typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 15°C, while nights can cool down to about 7°C.

Bassenthwaite Lake in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area enjoys a balanced 161 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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

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

 

Bassenthwaite Lake, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 90 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 161 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

* Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (72 KM, 44 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 in May.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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