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Preston Weather in May
In Preston, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to 9°C (48°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Preston in May
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 13 days of rain, with 63 mm (2.5 in) average for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.
Temperature in Preston in May
May in Preston 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 Preston in May
The month enjoys around 208 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Preston.
Preston Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Sunshine
208 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Salisbury, the United Kingdom (64 KM, 40 Miles).
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Preston in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Preston in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Preston 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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