Kent weather in May
Are you planning a trip to Kent in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Kent in May?
Kent is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Kent generally has moderate temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
The average maximum temperatures are moderate and range from 15°C in Broadstairs to 18°C in Dartford. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Dartford and 11°C in Broadstairs.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Margate with an average of 53 mm to moderate rainfall in Leeds-Kent with 62 mm. Meanwhile, Canterbury enjoys approximately 202 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For a closer look at May's conditions in Kent, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Kent's yearly weather, check out our Kent climate page.
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Average weather in Canterbury
In May Canterbury generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Dover
In May Dover generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Folkestone
In May Folkestone generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Whitstable
In May Whitstable generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Broadstairs
In May Broadstairs generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°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 Kent, in the United Kingdom.
Is May the best time to visit Kent?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Canterbury, May might be a good time to visit Kent.
On average, the best time to visit Kent is in July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Canterbury. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.
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