Clwyd Weather in May

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

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Llandudno Betws-y-coed Conwy Llangollen

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

What to Expect in Clwyd in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Llandudno.

For a closer look at conditions across Clwyd, the United Kingdom, refer to 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 Dolwyddelan with 93 mm (3.7 in). In Llandudno, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Llandudno gets approximately 169 hours of sunlight in May, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Clwyd by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August19°C (66°F) September18°C (64°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Clwyd →

Best Places to Visit in Clwyd in May

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

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 Clwyd

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

Temperature range in Clwyd (May)

Precipitation variation in Clwyd (May)

Llandudno

In May Llandudno generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
169 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Llandudno →

Betws-y-coed

In May Betws-y-coed generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
169 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Betws-y-coed →

Conwy

In May Conwy generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
169 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Conwy →

Llangollen

In May Llangollen 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)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
169 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Llangollen →

Prestatyn

In May Prestatyn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°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)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
209 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Prestatyn →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Llandudno 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Betws-y-coed 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Conwy 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Llangollen 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Prestatyn 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Chirk 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Clwyd weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Clwyd, the United Kingdom in May. The popular destination of Llandudno averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Llandudno peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Clwyd, the United Kingdom during May, with Llandudno averaging close to 75 mm (3 in).

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Clwyd, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Llandudno. 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 offering mostly perfect weather in Llandudno. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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