Penzance weather in May (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Penzance this May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During May, Penzance usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 15°C. But by evening, they drop to around 11°C.

Precipitation

Penzance in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 222 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Penzance climate page with graphs.

 

Penzance, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 63 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 222 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Newquay, the United Kingdom (46 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Penzance.

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