Evie weather in May (Orkney Islands, United Kingdom)

Is Evie a good destination in May, weather-wise? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Evie typically includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 10°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Evie in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 58 mm for the month. The month is known for having the least precipitation of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 192 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Evie. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Evie, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 58 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 192 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 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

6/10

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