Elgin Weather in May

May in Elgin brings moderate temperatures around 13°C (55°F) during the day, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Elgin in May

Typically, about 16 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Elgin in May

May in Elgin brings typical temperatures with highs around 13°C (55°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Elgin in May

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 178 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.