Hemel Hempstead weather in May (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom)

Thinking of visiting Hemel Hempstead in May? Check the weather first! Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In May, Hemel Hempstead usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 18°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Hemel Hempstead in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 14 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 209 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hemel Hempstead climate page with graphs.

 

Hemel Hempstead, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 61 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 209 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 41% *  

* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (29 KM, 18 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?

For visitors traveling to Hemel Hempstead, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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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