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Kingston upon Hull Weather in May

May in Kingston upon Hull brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). Expect around 59 mm (2.3 in) of rainfall during the month.

Rainfall in Kingston upon Hull in May

Typically around 15 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 59 mm (2.3 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Kingston upon Hull in May

Daytime temperatures in Kingston upon Hull reach 16°C (61°F) in May, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Kingston upon Hull in May

The city usually sees around 202 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Kingston upon Hull.

Kingston upon Hull Temperature in May

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
59 mm (2.3 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
202 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Kingston upon Hull in May

Pack for changing conditions in Kingston upon Hull in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Kingston upon Hull in May

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

Kingston upon Hull 3-Day Forecast

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