Gilsland weather in May (Cumbria, United Kingdom)
Is Gilsland a good destination in May, weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.
Temperatures
In May, Gilsland typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 15°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 6°C.
Precipitation
Gilsland in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. You can typically expect 17 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 161 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gilsland climate page with graphs.
Gilsland, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
6°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
76 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
70% *
Sunshine
161 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
35% *
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.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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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.
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