Cockermouth weather in May (Cumbria, United Kingdom)
Is May a good time to explore Cockermouth weather-wise? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
The typical weather for May in Cockermouth includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 15°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 8°C.
Precipitation
Cockermouth in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 16 days will experience rain.Average sunshine
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 161 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Cockermouth. May, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cockermouth climate page with graphs.
Cockermouth, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
90 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
70% *
Sunshine
161 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
35% *
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.
perfect weather
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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.
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