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Colwyn Bay weather in May (Gwynedd, United Kingdom)

Wondering what the weather is like in Colwyn Bay during May? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The month of May in Colwyn Bay typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 16°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 8°C.

Precipitation

Colwyn Bay in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 169 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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, November 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 Colwyn Bay climate page with graphs.

 

Colwyn Bay, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 74 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 169 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Bala, the United Kingdom (42 KM, 26 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.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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