Dumbarton weather in May (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Dumbarton during May? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Dumbarton typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 15°C. At night, they generally drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

Dumbarton in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month, where the risk of rain is low. It's a great time for outdoor events and activities without the threat of wet weather. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 188 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 Dumbarton. May, July and August typically offer 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 Dumbarton climate page with graphs.

 

Dumbarton, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 96 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 188 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 37% *  

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (12 KM, 7 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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