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Looe Weather in May

May in Looe averages 15°C (59°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 75 mm (3 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Looe in May

Rain is expected on roughly 15 days, totalling around 75 mm (3 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Looe in May

In May, Looe gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights cool to around 9°C (48°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Looe in May

There are approximately 222 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Looe.

Looe Temperature in May

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
75 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
79% *
Sunshine
222 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Plymouth, the United Kingdom (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 Looe in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Looe in May

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

  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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