Isle of Wight Weather in May

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

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Shanklin Sandown Cowes Ventnor

Are you planning a trip a to Isle of Wight, 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 Isle of Wight in May

Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Isle of Wight 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 10°C (50°F) in Shanklin.

To explore the conditions in Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ventnor with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Yarmouth with 58 mm (2.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Shanklin gets approximately 215 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Isle of Wight by month

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

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October16°C (61°F) November13°C (55°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Isle of Wight in May

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

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 Isle of Wight

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

Temperature range in Isle of Wight (May)

Precipitation variation in Isle of Wight (May)

Shanklin

In May Shanklin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°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
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
215 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Shanklin →

Sandown

In May Sandown generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°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
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
215 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Sandown →

Cowes

In May Cowes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°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
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
215 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Cowes →

Ventnor

In May Ventnor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°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
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
215 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ventnor →

Freshwater

In May Freshwater generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°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
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
215 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Isle of Wight in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Shanklin 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Sandown 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Cowes 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Ventnor 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Freshwater 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Newport 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)

Isle of Wight weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom in May?

Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Shanklin average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom in May?

In Shanklin, the average daytime high in May is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

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

Not particularly. Shanklin averages just 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Shanklin. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Shanklin. In contrast, January, February and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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