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Isle of Arran Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Isle of Arran, Scotland in May.

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Planning a getaway to the Isle of Arran, Scotland 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 the Isle of Arran in May

The Isle of Arran, Scotland is a region in Scotland. May in the Isle of Arran generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Lamlash.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Isle of Arran, Scotland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 81 mm (3.2 in) in Lamlash. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Lamlash typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Lamlash typically sees 188 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore the Isle of Arran by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April10°C (50°F) May12°C (54°F) This monthJune14°C (57°F) July16°C (61°F) August17°C (63°F) September16°C (61°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Isle of Arran in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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 the Isle of Arran

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in the Isle of Arran, Scotland?

Lamlash

In May Lamlash generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
188 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Isle of Arran, in Scotland.

The Isle of Arran weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Isle of Arran, Scotland in May?

Expect unpleasant weather across the Isle of Arran, Scotland in May. The popular destination of Lamlash averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Isle of Arran, Scotland in May?

Average temperatures in the Isle of Arran, Scotland during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Lamlash.

Does the Isle of Arran, Scotland get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Isle of Arran, Scotland. Lamlash averages only about 81 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Isle of Arran, Scotland?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit the Isle of Arran, Scotland due to the typically unpleasant weather in Lamlash.

On average, the best time to visit the Isle of Arran, Scotland is in June with generally tolerable weather in Lamlash. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Isle of Arran.

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