Elgin weather in May (Grampian, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Elgin during May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In May, Elgin typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 13°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Elgin in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 178 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September 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 Elgin climate page with graphs.

 

Elgin, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 70 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 178 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (57 KM, 35 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

6/10

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