Cumbernauld weather in May (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

Wondering what the weather is like in Cumbernauld during May? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Cumbernauld includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 15°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 7°C.

Precipitation

Cumbernauld in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 16 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 188 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

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

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

 

Cumbernauld, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 188 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 37% *  

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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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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