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Forfar Weather in May

May in Forfar brings moderate temperatures around 15°C (59°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 74 mm (2.9 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Forfar in May

Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain, averaging 74 mm (2.9 in) in total. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Forfar in May

Forfar in May gets highs of 15°C (59°F) during the day and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights fall to 6°C (43°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Forfar in May

With approximately 193 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Forfar Temperature in May

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
74 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Sunshine
193 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Dundee, Scotland (21 KM, 13 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Forfar in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Forfar in May

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
    9/10

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