Berkshire Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Berkshire, the United Kingdom in May.

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Are you planning a trip a to Berkshire, the United Kingdom in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Berkshire in May

Berkshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Berkshire generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Reading.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Berkshire, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Colnbrook with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Hungerford with 66 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Reading sees close to 209 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Berkshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Berkshire — and find the best time to visit. (based on Reading)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March12°C (54°F) April14°C (57°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August22°C (72°F) September20°C (68°F) October16°C (61°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Berkshire →

Best Places to Visit in Berkshire in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Berkshire.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Berkshire

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Berkshire, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Berkshire (May)

Precipitation variation in Berkshire (May)

Reading

In May Reading generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
209 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Reading →

Windsor

In May Windsor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
209 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Windsor →

Newbury

In May Newbury generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
201 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Newbury →

Maidenhead

In May Maidenhead generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
209 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Maidenhead →

Slough

In May Slough generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
209 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Slough →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Berkshire, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Berkshire in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Reading 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Windsor 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Newbury 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Maidenhead 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Slough 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Bracknell 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Berkshire weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Berkshire, the United Kingdom in May?

Expect pleasant weather across Berkshire, the United Kingdom in May. The popular destination of Reading averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Berkshire, the United Kingdom in May?

Daytime temperatures in Reading peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

Does Berkshire, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Berkshire, the United Kingdom. Reading averages only about 63 mm (2.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Berkshire, the United Kingdom?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Berkshire, the United Kingdom with overall pleasant weather in Reading. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Reading. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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