Kyle of Lochalsh weather in May (Isle of Skye, United Kingdom)

Is Kyle of Lochalsh a good destination in May, weather-wise? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In May, Kyle of Lochalsh typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 14°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

Kyle of Lochalsh in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Typically around 19 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With approximately 197 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Kyle of Lochalsh. May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kyle of Lochalsh, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 134 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 197 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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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

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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