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Dunfermline weather in May (Fife, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Dunfermline this May? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Dunfermline includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 15°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

Dunfermline in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

With around 193 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July typically offers 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 Dunfermline climate page with graphs.

 

Dunfermline, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (14 KM, 9 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. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Dunfermline.

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