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Maze Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Maze in May? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Maze in May

The climate data from previous years indicates about 17 days of rain, averaging 77 mm (3 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Maze in May

In May, expect moderate temperatures in Maze, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 8°C (46°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Maze in May

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 184 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Maze in May

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during May. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

Average water temperature in May

The water temperature is only 9°C (48°F) this month — cold enough that most people will want to stay out. Hardy swimmers may manage a quick dip, but it won't be comfortable.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July typically offers the best weather for Maze.

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Maze Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 9°C (48°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 89% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 184 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 39% *  
* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (20 KM, 12 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 Maze 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With water temperatures around 9°C (48°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Maze 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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