Hertfordshire Weather in May

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

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Bishops Stortford Watford Saint Albans Stevenage

Planning a getaway to Hertfordshire, the United Kingdom this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Hertfordshire in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Bishops Stortford.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Hertfordshire, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 60 mm (2.4 in) in Bishops Stortford.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Bishops Stortford gets approximately 195 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Hertfordshire by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March12°C (54°F) April14°C (57°F) May18°C (64°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September20°C (68°F) October16°C (61°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Hertfordshire →

Best Places to Visit in Hertfordshire in May

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

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 Hertfordshire

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

Temperature range in Hertfordshire (May)

Precipitation variation in Hertfordshire (May)

Bishops Stortford

In May Bishops Stortford generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
195 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bishops Stortford →

Watford

In May Watford generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
209 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Watford →

Saint Albans

In May Saint Albans generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
209 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Saint Albans →

Stevenage

In May Stevenage generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
180 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Stevenage →

Hemel Hempstead

In May Hemel Hempstead generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
209 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Hemel Hempstead →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bishops Stortford 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Watford 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Saint Albans 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Stevenage 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Hemel Hempstead 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Hertford 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Hertfordshire weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Hertfordshire, the United Kingdom in May. The popular destination of Bishops Stortford averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Hertfordshire, the United Kingdom during May range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Bishops Stortford.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Hertfordshire, the United Kingdom during May, with Bishops Stortford averaging close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Hertfordshire, the United Kingdom with overall pleasant weather in Bishops Stortford. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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