Falmouth Weather in May
In Falmouth, May brings very high daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F),
with nights cooling to 24°C (75°F).
It is the wettest month of the year, so expect more rainfall than usual.
Rainfall in Falmouth in May
The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry.
Typically, about
12 days will experience rainfall, with an average of
189 mm (7.4 in) for the month.
The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.
Temperature in Falmouth in May
Daytime temperatures in Falmouth reach
30°C (86°F) in May, dropping to
24°C (75°F) at night.
It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day.
Nights stay warm at around
24°C (75°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.
Sunshine in Falmouth in May
The month enjoys around
252 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.
May in Falmouth has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
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Avg daytime high
-5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot
Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.