Burnham Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Burnham in May? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 18°C (64°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Burnham in May

Typically, about 14 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Burnham in May

Daytime temperatures in Burnham reach 18°C (64°F) in May, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Burnham in May

With approximately 209 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Burnham in May

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during May. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

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

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Burnham Temperature in May

Min Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Max Temperature 18°C (64°F)  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 60 mm (2.4 in)  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Windspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  

Sunshine 209 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 41% *  

* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (15 KM, 9 Miles).

What to Wear in Burnham in May

For Burnham 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Burnham in May

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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More climate data for Burnham

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