Porthcawl Weather in May
May in Porthcawl brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 79 mm (3.1 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Porthcawl in May
Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 16 days of rain, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Porthcawl in May
May in Porthcawl brings typical temperatures with highs around 16°C (61°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Porthcawl in May
There are approximately 197 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances for Porthcawl.
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Porthcawl Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
79 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
74% *
Sunshine
197 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
41% *
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What to Wear in Porthcawl in May
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in Porthcawl in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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