Isle of Colonsay weather in May (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

How's the weather trend in Isle of Colonsay as May approaches? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Isle of Colonsay usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 12°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 9°C.

Precipitation

Isle of Colonsay in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. Experience the driest month of the year, where clear skies and little rain are the norms. It's a great time to be outdoors. This month experiences about 17 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 189 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November 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 Isle of Colonsay climate page with graphs.

 

Isle of Colonsay, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 84 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 189 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Oban, Scotland (59 KM, 36 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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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