Buckinghamshire Weather in May

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

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Slough High Wycombe Aylesbury Marlow

Planning a trip to Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Buckinghamshire in May

Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Buckinghamshire 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 Slough.

For a closer look at conditions across Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Langley Marish with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Waddesdon with 64 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

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

Explore Buckinghamshire by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September20°C (68°F) October16°C (61°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Buckinghamshire in May

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

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 Buckinghamshire

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

Temperature range in Buckinghamshire (May)

Precipitation variation in Buckinghamshire (May)

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 →

High Wycombe

In May High Wycombe 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
59 mm (2.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in High Wycombe →

Aylesbury

In May Aylesbury 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)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
185 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Aylesbury →

Marlow

In May Marlow 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
59 mm (2.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Marlow →

Winslow

In May Winslow 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
149 hours
185 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Winslow →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Slough 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
High Wycombe 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Aylesbury 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Marlow 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Winslow 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Buckingham 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

Buckinghamshire weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Slough average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

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

Slough averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom. Slough averages only about 59 mm (2.3 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Buckinghamshire, the United Kingdom with overall pleasant weather in Slough. 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 Slough. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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