Gwent Weather in May

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

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Abergavenny Newport Monmouth Usk

Are you planning a trip a to Gwent, the United Kingdom in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Gwent in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Abergavenny.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Monmouth with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Rhymney with 95 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Abergavenny sees close to 199 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Gwent by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May17°C (63°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gwent in May

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

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 Gwent

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

Temperature range in Gwent (May)

Precipitation variation in Gwent (May)

Abergavenny

In May Abergavenny generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
199 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Abergavenny →

Newport

In May Newport generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
197 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
77 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Newport →

Monmouth

In May Monmouth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
199 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Monmouth →

Usk

In May Usk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
199 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
77 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Usk →

Chepstow

In May Chepstow generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
199 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Gwent, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Abergavenny 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Newport 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Monmouth 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Usk 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Chepstow 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Skenfrith 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Gwent weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Gwent, the United Kingdom in May. The popular destination of Abergavenny averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Abergavenny peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in Gwent, the United Kingdom. Abergavenny averages only about 81 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Gwent, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Abergavenny. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Abergavenny. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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