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

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Moffat during May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In May, Moffat usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 15°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 6°C.

Precipitation

Moffat in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

With about 161 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Moffat. May, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Moffat, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 161 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (15 KM, 9 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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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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