Hillsborough weather in May (Down County, United Kingdom)
Is May a good time to explore Hillsborough weather-wise? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for May in Hillsborough includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 15°C. At night, it falls to around 8°C.
Precipitation
Hillsborough in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 184 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July and August 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 Hillsborough climate page with graphs.
Hillsborough, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Water Temperature
9°C *
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
77 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
89% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
184 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
39% *
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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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. With a water temperature of around 9°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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