Kirriemuir weather in May (Tayside, United Kingdom)

How is May weather typically in Kirriemuir? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Kirriemuir typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 15°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 6°C.

Precipitation

Kirriemuir in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 193 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kirriemuir, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 193 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Dundee, Scotland (23 KM, 14 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

9/10

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