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Falmouth Weather in May

May in Falmouth brings pleasant temperatures around 18°C (64°F) during the day, dropping to 10°C (50°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 85 mm (3.3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Falmouth in May

You can typically expect 12 days of rain this month, averaging around 85 mm (3.3 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Falmouth in May

May in Falmouth brings typical temperatures with highs around 18°C (64°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 10°C (50°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Falmouth in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 261 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Falmouth.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, 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.

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Falmouth Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 261 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nantucket, the United States of America (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America 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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Falmouth in May

For Falmouth in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Falmouth in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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