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Hawkshead Weather in May
With daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F), May in Hawkshead brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 94 mm (3.7 in) falls on average.
Rainfall in Hawkshead in May
Typically, about 17 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 94 mm (3.7 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Hawkshead in May
Daytime temperatures in Hawkshead reach 15°C (59°F) in May, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Hawkshead in May
Enjoy a sunny month with about 217 hours of sunshine, making it one of the brighter months of the year despite the cool conditions.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Hawkshead.
Hawkshead Temperature in May
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
94 mm (3.7 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Sunshine
217 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (62 KM, 38 Miles).
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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 Hawkshead 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Hawkshead in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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