Plymouth Weather in May

May in Plymouth brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 95 mm (3.7 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Plymouth in May

You can expect rain on roughly 14 days based on historical data, averaging 95 mm (3.7 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Plymouth in May

In May, expect pleasant temperatures in Plymouth, with highs of 19°C (66°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Plymouth in May

There are approximately 258 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, September typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.