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Peak Forest Weather in May

Peak Forest in May sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 15°C (59°F) and overnight lows of 7°C (45°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 79 mm (3.1 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Peak Forest in May

Typically, about 16 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Peak Forest in May

Expect highs of 15°C (59°F) in Peak Forest in May, with nights dropping to around 7°C (45°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Peak Forest in May

Enjoy a sunny month with about 199 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Peak Forest even more beautiful.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Peak Forest.

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Peak Forest Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 79 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 199 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Sheffield, the United Kingdom (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in May

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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 Peak Forest 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Peak Forest in May

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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