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Penryn Weather in May

In Penryn, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to 10°C (50°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Penryn in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 14 days of rain, with 63 mm (2.5 in) average 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 Penryn in May

Expect highs of 16°C (61°F) in Penryn in May, with nights dropping to around 10°C (50°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights fall to 10°C (50°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Penryn in May

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 222 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

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Penryn Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm (2.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 222 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Newquay, the United Kingdom (27 KM, 17 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 Penryn 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 Penryn in May

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

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

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