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Bristol Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Bristol in May? Expect pleasant temperatures reaching 20°C (68°F) during the day, dropping to 10°C (50°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Bristol in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain, totalling around 87 mm (3.4 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Bristol in May

Bristol in May is worth a visit. The temperature is perfect, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights cool down to 10°C (50°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Bristol in May

With approximately 255 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Bristol Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm (3.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
SunshineSunshine 255 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
* Data from: Providence, the United States of America (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America 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 (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 Bristol in May

For Bristol in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Bristol in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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