Chester-le-Street weather in May (Durham, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Chester-le-Street this May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During May, Chester-le-Street usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 16°C, cooling down at night to around 7°C.

Precipitation

Chester-le-Street in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. This month experiences about 15 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 183 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March 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 Chester-le-Street climate page with graphs.

 

Chester-le-Street, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 183 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

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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