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Penistone Weather in May

May in Penistone brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 7°C (45°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 71 mm (2.8 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Penistone in May

Typically around 15 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 71 mm (2.8 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Penistone in May

May in Penistone brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 7°C (45°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Penistone in May

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 171 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Penistone.

Penistone Temperature in May

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
71 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
171 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Huddersfield, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 Miles).

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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 Penistone in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Penistone 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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