Poolewe weather in May (Highlands, United Kingdom)

Is Poolewe a good destination in May, weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of May in Poolewe typically brings moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 13°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 7°C.

Precipitation

Poolewe in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. Climate data suggests that about 18 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 197 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Poolewe. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Poolewe, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 109 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 197 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (52 KM, 32 Miles).

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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

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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