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Kintail Weather in May
May in Kintail sees daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. With around 142 mm (5.6 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Kintail in May
Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 19 days of rain, averaging 142 mm (5.6 in). This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.
Temperature in Kintail in May
Daytime temperatures in Kintail reach 14°C (57°F) in May, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Kintail in May
The month enjoys around 197 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Kintail.
Kintail Temperature in May
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
63%
Precipitation
142 mm (5.6 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Sunshine
197 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (49 KM, 30 Miles).
Kintail Weather by Month
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Best Places in Scotland in May
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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 Kintail in May
Pack for changing conditions in Kintail 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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Kintail in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Kintail 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Kintail
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