Portsoy weather in May (Grampian, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Portsoy this May? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Portsoy includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 12°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 8°C.

Precipitation

Portsoy in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. On average, there are about 16 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 203 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

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

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

 

Portsoy, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 65 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 36% *  

* Data from: Aberdeen, Scotland (61 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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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

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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