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Forest Hill in May sees moderate daytime temperatures of 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 61 mm (2.4 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Forest Hill. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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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).
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. The water temperature sits at about 15°C (59°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
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