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Prestonpans weather in May (Lothian, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Prestonpans in May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Prestonpans generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 14°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

Prestonpans in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. This month experiences about 15 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With approximately 193 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Prestonpans, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (22 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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