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Letchworth Weather in May

May in Letchworth brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 18°C (64°F) and nights dropping to 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 61 mm (2.4 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Letchworth in May

Typically, about 14 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Letchworth in May

Letchworth in May gets highs of 18°C (64°F) during the day and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 8°C (46°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Letchworth in May

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 180 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

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Letchworth Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 180 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Cambridge, the United Kingdom (35 KM, 21 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom 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 Letchworth in May

For Letchworth in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Letchworth in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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