Musselburgh weather in May (Lothian, United Kingdom)

Planning a trip to Musselburgh in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Musselburgh typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 14°C. But by evening, they drop to around 7°C.

Musselburgh in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

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.

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

 

Musselburgh, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Water Temperature 8°C *  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 67 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 193 hours *  

Percentage 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 in May and which places have the best weather 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).

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 in May.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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