Henley on Thames weather in May (Oxfordshire, United Kingdom)

How is May weather typically in Henley on Thames? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In May, Henley on Thames usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 18°C. But by evening, they drop to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Henley on Thames in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 209 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Henley on Thames climate page with graphs.

 

Henley on Thames, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 62 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 209 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 41% *  

Data from: London, the United Kingdom (31 KM, 19 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?

For visitors traveling to Henley on Thames, 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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