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Oulton Weather in May

May in Oulton brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights dropping to 10°C (50°F). Expect some rainfall, with around 53 mm (2.1 in) typical for the month.

Rainfall in Oulton in May

Typically, about 14 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Oulton in May

Temperatures in Oulton in May top out at 14°C (57°F) and drop to 10°C (50°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to 10°C (50°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Oulton in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 204 hours of sunshine. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunny skies make it a pleasant time to visit Oulton.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August typically offers the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Oulton Temperature in May

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
53 mm (2.1 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
204 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*

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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 Oulton 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Oulton in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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