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Dolgellau weather in May (Gwynedd, United Kingdom)

Interested in knowing the climate of Dolgellau in May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

May in Dolgellau generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 7°C.

Precipitation

Dolgellau in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 16 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 169 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June and July typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Dolgellau, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 89 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 169 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Bala, the United Kingdom (26 KM, 16 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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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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