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Charlestown Weather in May

During May, Charlestown experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and cooler nights around 9°C (48°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 72 mm (2.8 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Charlestown in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 14 days will see rain, totalling around 72 mm (2.8 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Charlestown in May

Charlestown in May gets highs of 16°C (61°F) during the day and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Charlestown in May

The month enjoys around 222 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Charlestown Temperature in May

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
72 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
222 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Newquay, the United Kingdom (24 KM, 15 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 Charlestown in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Charlestown 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
    9/10

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