Boscastle weather in May (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

Is Boscastle a good destination in May, weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In May, Boscastle usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 16°C. At night, they generally drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Boscastle in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 15 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 222 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Boscastle, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 222 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Newquay, the United Kingdom (41 KM, 25 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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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.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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