Cheshire Weather in May

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

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Chester Knutsford Crewe Wilmslow

Considering a trip to Cheshire, the United Kingdom this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Cheshire in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Chester.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Malpas with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Macclesfield with 79 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

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

Explore Cheshire by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Cheshire →

Best Places to Visit in Cheshire in May

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

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 Cheshire

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

Temperature range in Cheshire (May)

Precipitation variation in Cheshire (May)

Chester

In May Chester 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)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
209 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Chester →

Knutsford

In May Knutsford 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
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
186 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Knutsford →

Crewe

In May Crewe 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)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
186 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Crewe →

Wilmslow

In May Wilmslow generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
186 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Wilmslow →

Congleton

In May Congleton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
186 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Congleton →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chester 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Knutsford 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Crewe 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Wilmslow 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Congleton 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Macclesfield 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)

Cheshire weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Cheshire, the United Kingdom brings tolerable weather. In Chester, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Chester peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Cheshire, the United Kingdom during May, with Chester averaging close to 73 mm (2.9 in).

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Chester, May might be a good time to visit Cheshire, the United Kingdom. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Chester. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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