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Lockerbie weather in May (Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom)

How is May weather typically in Lockerbie? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Lockerbie typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 16°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 7°C.

Precipitation

Lockerbie in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 17 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 161 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June and July typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lockerbie, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 161 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (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.

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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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