Motherwell weather in May (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Motherwell this May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In May, Motherwell typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 15°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

Motherwell in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With about 188 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

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 Motherwell climate page with graphs.

 

Motherwell, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 83 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 188 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 37% *  

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (29 KM, 18 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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Motherwell.

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