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Glastonbury Weather in May
In Glastonbury, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Glastonbury in May
Typically, about 15 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.
Temperature in Glastonbury in May
Glastonbury in May gets highs of 17°C (63°F) during the day and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Glastonbury in May
Enjoy a sunny month with about 199 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Glastonbury even more beautiful.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Glastonbury.
Glastonbury Temperature in May
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
199 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Bristol, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 Miles).
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Best Places in the United Kingdom in May
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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 Glastonbury in May
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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Glastonbury in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Glastonbury 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
London
18°C (64°F) Bath17°C (63°F) Manchester
17°C (63°F) York17°C (63°F) Torquay15°C (59°F) Glasgow15°C (59°F) Edinburgh15°C (59°F) Blackpool14°C (57°F) Bucket list
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