Lothian Weather in May

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

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Edinburgh Musselburgh Linlithgow North Berwick

Thinking about venturing to Lothian, the United Kingdom this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Lothian in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Dunbar to 15°C (59°F) in Linlithgow. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Linlithgow and 8°C (46°F) in Dunbar.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Innerwick with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Bathgate with 75 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Edinburgh enjoys about 193 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Lothian by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September17°C (63°F) October13°C (55°F) November10°C (50°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Lothian →

Best Places to Visit in Lothian in May

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

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 Lothian

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

Temperature range in Lothian (May)

Precipitation variation in Lothian (May)

Edinburgh

In May Edinburgh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
193 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Edinburgh →

Musselburgh

In May Musselburgh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
193 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Musselburgh →

Linlithgow

In May Linlithgow generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
193 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Linlithgow →

North Berwick

In May North Berwick generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
193 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in North Berwick →

Livingston

In May Livingston generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
193 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Livingston →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Edinburgh 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Musselburgh 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Linlithgow 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
North Berwick 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Livingston 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Dunbar 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Lothian weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Lothian, the United Kingdom brings tolerable weather. In Edinburgh, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Edinburgh peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in May, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lothian, the United Kingdom during May, with Edinburgh averaging close to 66 mm (2.6 in).

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Edinburgh, May might be a good time to visit Lothian, the United Kingdom. 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 July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Edinburgh. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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