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Chester Weather in May
May in Chester brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) and nights around 13°C (55°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 113 mm (4.4 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Chester in May
You can expect rain on around 13 days based on historical patterns, with 113 mm (4.4 in) average for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.
Temperature in Chester in May
Daytime highs in Chester in May reach 26°C (79°F), with nights around 13°C (55°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights drop to around 13°C (55°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.
Sunshine in Chester in May
The month enjoys around 289 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April typically offers the best weather for Chester.
Chester Temperature in May
Min Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
113 mm (4.4 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
69% *
Sunshine
289 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
65% *
* Data from: Richmond, the United States of America (20 KM, 12 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 Chester in May
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Chester in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming9/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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