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Lancashire Weather in May

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

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Considering a trip to Lancashire, the United Kingdom this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Lancashire in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Blackpool.

To explore the conditions in Lancashire, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Burscough with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to moderate rainfall in Silverdale with 90 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Blackpool typically receives 217 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Lancashire by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May14°C (57°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September17°C (63°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Lancashire →

Best Places to Visit in Lancashire in May

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

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 Lancashire

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

Temperature range in Lancashire (May)

Precipitation variation in Lancashire (May)

Blackpool

In May Blackpool generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
217 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Blackpool →

Lytham St Annes

In May Lytham St Annes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
217 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lytham St Annes →

Morecambe

In May Morecambe generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
217 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Morecambe →

Lancaster

In May Lancaster generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
217 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lancaster →

Chorley

In May Chorley generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
187 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Blackpool 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Lytham St Annes 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Morecambe 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Lancaster 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Chorley 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Carnforth 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

Lancashire weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Lancashire, the United Kingdom brings tolerable weather. In Blackpool, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

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

Blackpool averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lancashire, the United Kingdom during May, with Blackpool averaging close to 81 mm (3.2 in).

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

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Lancashire, the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in Blackpool is tolerable. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Blackpool. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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