Temperature in Dorset in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Dorset, the United Kingdom this May.

Dorset, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences moderate average maximum daytime temperatures in May, ranging from 15°C (59°F) in Portland to 17°C (63°F) in Beaminster. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Beaminster and 10°C (50°F) in Portland.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Dorset, the United Kingdom in May?

Explore the map below to discover average May temperatures at the top destinations in Dorset. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Dorset in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Dorset temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Dorset, the United Kingdom in May?

Bournemouth averages a daytime high of 16°C (61°F) in May, which is moderate for Dorset, the United Kingdom.

How cold does it get at night in Dorset, the United Kingdom in May?

Average overnight lows in Dorset, the United Kingdom during May sit near 10°C (50°F) in Bournemouth.

What is the warmest city in May in Dorset, the United Kingdom?

Based on our systematic data collection, Beaminster has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 17°C (63°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 9°C (48°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Dorset, the United Kingdom?

When looking through our records, we find that Portland stands out as the coolest city in Dorset, the United Kingdom for the month of May. Daytime highs average 15°C (59°F) and it cools down to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

How much sun does Dorset, the United Kingdom get in May?

Bournemouth enjoys approximately 215 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

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