Herne Bay weather in May (Kent, United Kingdom)

Is May a good time to explore Herne Bay weather-wise? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Herne Bay includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 16°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 10°C.

Precipitation

Herne Bay in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 13 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 202 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February 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 Herne Bay climate page with graphs.

 

Herne Bay, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 56 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Sunshine 202 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Leeds-Kent, the United Kingdom (38 KM, 23 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Herne Bay.

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