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Burntisland weather in May (Fife, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Burntisland this May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

During May, Burntisland usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 15°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 7°C.

Precipitation

Burntisland in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 193 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, 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 Burntisland climate page with graphs.

 

Burntisland, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (14 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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