Durham Weather in May

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

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Planning a journey to Durham, 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 Durham in May

Durham, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Durham 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 7°C (45°F) in Durham.

For specific regional insights in Durham, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Seaham with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Holwick with 77 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Durham sees around 192 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Durham by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August20°C (68°F) September18°C (64°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Durham in May

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

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 Durham

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

Temperature range in Durham (May)

Precipitation variation in Durham (May)

Durham

In May Durham 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
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
192 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Durham →

Darlington

In May Darlington 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
141 hours
182 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Darlington →

Barnard Castle

In May Barnard Castle generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°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)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
182 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Barnard Castle →

Stanley

In May Stanley 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
152 hours
183 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Stockton-on-Tees

In May Stockton-on-Tees 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
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
182 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Stockton-on-Tees →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Durham, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Durham 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Darlington 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Barnard Castle 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Stanley 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Stockton-on-Tees 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Hartlepool 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)

Durham weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Durham, the United Kingdom brings tolerable weather. In Durham, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

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

Average temperatures in Durham, the United Kingdom during May range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Durham.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Durham, the United Kingdom during May, with Durham averaging close to 57 mm (2.2 in).

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Durham, May might be a good time to visit Durham, the United Kingdom. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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