Clapham Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Clapham in May? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 15°C (59°F) during the day, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Clapham in May

Rain is expected on roughly 17 days, totalling around 87 mm (3.4 in) for the month. 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 Clapham in May

Temperatures in Clapham in May top out at 15°C (59°F) and drop to 7°C (45°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Clapham in May

With approximately 217 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Clapham Temperature in May

Min Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Max Temperature 15°C (59°F)  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 87 mm (3.4 in)  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 217 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (54 KM, 33 Miles).

What to Wear in Clapham 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Clapham in May

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
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• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Clapham's climate page.

More climate data for Clapham

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