Glamorgan weather in May
Are you planning a trip to Glamorgan in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Glamorgan in May?
Glamorgan is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Glamorgan generally has moderate temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
You can expect moderate maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C and nighttime temperatures around 9°C in Cardiff.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Penarth with an average of 77 mm to high rainfall in Crynant with 103 mm. Meanwhile, Cardiff enjoys close to 197 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For a closer look at May's conditions in Glamorgan, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Glamorgan's yearly weather, check out our Glamorgan climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Glamorgan?
Cardiff
In May Cardiff generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Merthyr Tydfil
In May Merthyr Tydfil generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Bridgend
In May Bridgend generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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The Mumbles
In May The Mumbles generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Cowbridge
In May Cowbridge generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Glamorgan, in the United Kingdom.
Is May the best time to visit Glamorgan?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Cardiff, May might be a good time to visit Glamorgan. 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 Cardiff. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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