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Christchurch weather in May (Dorset, United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Christchurch usually fare in May? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

May in Christchurch generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 16°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 10°C.

Precipitation

Christchurch in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. Climate data suggests that about 13 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 215 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Christchurch climate page with graphs.

 

Christchurch, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 60 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 215 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 44% *  
Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (32 KM, 19 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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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.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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