Hawkshead weather in May (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Hawkshead usually fare in May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Hawkshead includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 15°C. At night, they generally drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

Hawkshead in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. Expect around 17 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 217 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Hawkshead. May, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, 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 Hawkshead climate page with graphs.

 

Hawkshead, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 94 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 217 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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