Bassenthwaite Lake weather in May (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

What should you pack for a trip to Bassenthwaite Lake in May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

During May, Bassenthwaite Lake usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 15°C, while nights can cool down to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Bassenthwaite Lake in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 17 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With about 161 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

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 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

9/10

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