Hartlepool Weather in May

May in Hartlepool brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights dropping to 8°C (46°F). Expect some rainfall, with around 54 mm (2.1 in) typical for the month.

Rainfall in Hartlepool in May

You can expect rain on around 15 days based on historical patterns, with 54 mm (2.1 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Hartlepool in May

Hartlepool in May gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Hartlepool in May

The city usually sees around 182 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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Hartlepool Temperature in May

Min Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Max Temperature 14°C (57°F)  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 54 mm (2.1 in)  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 182 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Middlesbrough, the United Kingdom (13 KM, 8 Miles).

What to Wear in Hartlepool in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Hartlepool in May

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

10/10

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