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Birkenhead Weather in May
Birkenhead in May averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Birkenhead in May
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain, with 75 mm (3 in) average for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Birkenhead in May
May in Birkenhead sees highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) overnight. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Birkenhead in May
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 209 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July typically offers the best weather for Birkenhead.
Birkenhead Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
75 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
209 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Liverpool, the United Kingdom (3 KM, 2 Miles).
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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 Birkenhead in May
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Birkenhead in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Birkenhead 3-Day Forecast
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Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
London
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