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.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Scotland, check out our Kintail's climate page.

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).

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Scotland, check out our Kintail's climate page.

More climate data for Kintail

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine

See the full Kintail climate overview or explore weather in Scotland.