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Penrith Weather in May

May in Penrith averages 15°C (59°F) during the day and 6°C (43°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 84 mm (3.3 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Penrith in May

Rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 84 mm (3.3 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Penrith in May

Daytime temperatures in Penrith reach 15°C (59°F) in May, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights fall to 6°C (43°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

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

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Penrith Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  

Best Places in the United Kingdom in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Penrith in May

Pack for changing conditions in Penrith in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.

What To Do in Penrith in May

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
5/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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