Haltwhistle weather in May (Northumberland, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Haltwhistle this May? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Haltwhistle includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 6°C.

Precipitation

Haltwhistle in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 183 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, 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 Haltwhistle climate page with graphs.

 

Haltwhistle, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 183 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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