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Gairloch weather in May (Highlands, United Kingdom)

What should you pack for a trip to Gairloch in May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The month of May in Gairloch typically includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 13°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 7°C.

Precipitation

Gairloch in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 107 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Plan your events and outings without worrying about rain. Past climate data indicates that roughly 19 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 197 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Gairloch. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Gairloch, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 107 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 197 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (46 KM, 28 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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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
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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