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Malham Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F), May in Malham brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 85 mm (3.3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Malham in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of rain, with 85 mm (3.3 in) average for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Malham in May

May in Malham brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Malham in May

With about 175 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Malham.

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Malham Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 175 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Bradford, the United Kingdom (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Best Places 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 (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 Malham in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Malham in May

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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