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Ratho weather in May (Lothian, United Kingdom)

Thinking of visiting Ratho in May? Check the weather first! Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Ratho includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 15°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Ratho in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

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

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ratho, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (3 KM, 2 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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