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Lincolnshire Weather in May

In Lincolnshire, May brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to 10°C (50°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Lincolnshire in May

Typically, you can expect about 14 days of rain this month, with 104 mm (4.1 in) on average. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Lincolnshire in May

May in Lincolnshire sees highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 10°C (50°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Lincolnshire in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 282 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Lincolnshire.

Wind Speed in Lincolnshire in May

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in May. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, September typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Lincolnshire Temperature in May

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
104 mm (4.1 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
64% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
282 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
62% *
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (22 KM, 14 Miles).

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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 Lincolnshire in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. 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 Lincolnshire in May

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

  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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