Berkhamsted weather in May (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Berkhamsted this May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Berkhamsted generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 18°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 8°C.

Precipitation

Berkhamsted in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 15 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 209 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Berkhamsted, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 62 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 209 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 41% *  

* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (31 KM, 19 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?

For visitors traveling to Berkhamsted, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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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