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Musselburgh weather in May (Lothian, United Kingdom)

What should you pack for a trip to Musselburgh in May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

May in Musselburgh generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 14°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 7°C.

Precipitation

Musselburgh in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 193 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Musselburgh, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s *  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (18 KM, 11 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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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).

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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. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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
10/10

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