Weather in May in Argyll and Bute
Considering a trip to Argyll and Bute this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Argyll and Bute in May?
Argyll and Bute is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Argyll and Bute generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Bellochantuy at 12°C to mild in Helensburgh at 15°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Helensburgh and 9°C in Bellochantuy.To explore the conditions in Argyll and Bute in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Machrihanish with an average of 70 mm to high rainfall in Port Appin with 133 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Oban, marking it as the year's driest month.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 189 hours of sunlight expected in Oban. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Argyll and Bute climate page.
Where to go in Argyll and Bute in May
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Argyll and Bute's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Argyll and Bute?
Oban
In May Oban generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Max temperature
Max temp
Min temperature
Min temp
Monthly sun hours
Sun hours
Monthly rainfall
Rainfall
Monthly rainy days
Rainy days
Weather conditions
Weather
Taynuilt
In May Taynuilt generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Max temperature
Max temp
Min temperature
Min temp
Monthly sun hours
Sun hours
Monthly rainfall
Rainfall
Monthly rainy days
Rainy days
Weather conditions
Weather
Dunoon
In May Dunoon generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Max temperature
Max temp
Min temperature
Min temp
Monthly sun hours
Sun hours
Monthly rainfall
Rainfall
Monthly rainy days
Rainy days
Weather conditions
Weather
Luss
In May Luss generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Max temperature
Max temp
Min temperature
Min temp
Monthly sun hours
Sun hours
Monthly rainfall
Rainfall
Monthly rainy days
Rainy days
Weather conditions
Weather
Arrochar
In May Arrochar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Max temperature
Max temp
Min temperature
Min temp
Monthly sun hours
Sun hours
Monthly rainfall
Rainfall
Monthly rainy days
Rainy days
Weather conditions
Weather
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Argyll and Bute, in the United Kingdom.
Is May the best time to visit Argyll and Bute?
In our view, May is one of the best times to travel to Argyll and Bute, however the weather can often be unpleasant in Oban.
On average, the best time to visit Argyll and Bute is in May, June, July and August with generally unpleasant weather in Oban.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Argyll and Bute.
Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to the United Kingdom? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in the United Kingdom.
Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.