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Gravesend Weather in May

May in Gravesend sees daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. Pack a rain jacket because some rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Gravesend in May

You can expect rain on around 13 days based on historical patterns, with 57 mm (2.2 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Gravesend in May

In May, expect moderate temperatures in Gravesend, with highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Gravesend in May

There are approximately 202 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Gravesend.

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Gravesend Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 57 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Leeds-Kent, the United Kingdom (27 KM, 17 Miles).

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 Gravesend 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 Gravesend in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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