Ilfracombe weather in May (Devon, United Kingdom)

Is May a good time to explore Ilfracombe weather-wise? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of May in Ilfracombe typically includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 14°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 10°C.

Precipitation

Ilfracombe in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. You can typically expect 15 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With around 197 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Ilfracombe, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 70 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 197 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 41% *  

* Data from: Cardiff, the United Kingdom (57 KM, 35 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

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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