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Burford Weather in May

During May, Burford experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 17°C (63°F) and cooler nights around 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 69 mm (2.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Burford in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see rain, totalling around 69 mm (2.7 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Burford in May

May in Burford brings typical temperatures with highs around 17°C (63°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Burford in May

There are approximately 200 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Burford.

Burford Temperature in May

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
69 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
200 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Bibury, the United Kingdom (14 KM, 9 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 Burford in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Burford in May

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

  • Swimming
    6/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Barbeque
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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