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Devon Weather in May

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

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Planning a journey to Devon, 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 Devon in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Ilfracombe to 17°C (63°F) in Axminster. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Axminster and 10°C (50°F) in Ilfracombe.

To explore the conditions in Devon, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kingswear with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Germansweek with 86 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

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

Explore Devon by month

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

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May15°C (59°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September19°C (66°F) October16°C (61°F) November13°C (55°F) December11°C (52°F)
Best Time to Visit Devon →

Best Places to Visit in Devon in May

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

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 Devon

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

Temperature range in Devon (May)

Precipitation variation in Devon (May)

Torquay

In May Torquay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
197 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Torquay →

Paignton

In May Paignton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
197 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Paignton →

Ilfracombe

In May Ilfracombe generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°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)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
197 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Ilfracombe →

Plymouth

In May Plymouth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
222 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Plymouth →

Bideford

In May Bideford generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
197 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Bideford →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Torquay 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Paignton 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Ilfracombe 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Plymouth 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Bideford 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Honiton 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Devon weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Devon, the United Kingdom brings tolerable weather. In Torquay, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

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

Average temperatures in Devon, the United Kingdom during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Torquay.

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

Not particularly. Torquay averages just 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Devon, the United Kingdom.

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Torquay, May might be a good time to visit Devon, the United Kingdom.

On average, the best time to visit Devon, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Torquay. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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