Dartmoor National Park Weather in May

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

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Bovey Tracey Moretonhampstead South Brent Chagford

Planning a journey to Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Dartmoor National Park in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Bovey Tracey.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in South Brent with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Chagford with 78 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Bovey Tracey enjoys about 197 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Dartmoor National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dartmoor National Park - and find the best time to visit. (based on Bovey Tracey)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Dartmoor National Park in May

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

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 Dartmoor National Park

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

Temperature range in Dartmoor National Park (May)

Precipitation variation in Dartmoor National Park (May)

Bovey Tracey

In May Bovey Tracey 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 good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
197 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Bovey Tracey →

Moretonhampstead

In May Moretonhampstead 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 good 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)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
197 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Moretonhampstead →

South Brent

In May South Brent 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 good 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
188 hours
222 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in South Brent →

Chagford

In May Chagford 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 good 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)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
197 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Chagford →

Yelverton

In May Yelverton 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 good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
222 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Yelverton →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Dartmoor National Park in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bovey Tracey 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Moretonhampstead 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 75 mm (3 in)
South Brent 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Chagford 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Yelverton 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Ashburton 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Dartmoor National Park weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom in May?

May in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom brings good weather. In Bovey Tracey, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom in May?

In Bovey Tracey, the average daytime high in May is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom. Bovey Tracey averages only about 70 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Bovey Tracey, May might be a good time to visit Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, July and August provide excellent weather in Bovey Tracey. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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