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Burton upon Trent Weather in May

Burton upon Trent in May sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 17°C (63°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 65 mm (2.6 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Burton upon Trent in May

You can typically expect 15 days of rain this month, averaging around 65 mm (2.6 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Burton upon Trent in May

Burton upon Trent in May gets highs of 17°C (63°F) during the day and drops 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. 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 Burton upon Trent in May

The city usually sees around 193 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Burton upon Trent.

Burton upon Trent Temperature in May

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
65 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
193 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Nottingham, the United Kingdom (35 KM, 22 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 Burton upon Trent in May

For Burton upon Trent 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Burton upon Trent in May

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

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

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