Weather in May in Norfolk
Planning a trip to Norfolk this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Norfolk in May?
Norfolk is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Norfolk generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C in Great Yarmouth to 17°C in Denver. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Denver and 10°C in Great Yarmouth.For specific regional insights in Norfolk, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cromer with an average of 52 mm to moderate rainfall in North Elmham with 60 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Norwich enjoys approximately 199 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For a more detailed look at Norfolk's conditions throughout the year, check out our Norfolk climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Norfolk's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Norfolk?
Norwich
In May Norwich generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Great Yarmouth
In May Great Yarmouth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Watton
In May Watton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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East Harling
In May East Harling generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Scole
In May Scole generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°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 Norfolk, in the United Kingdom.
Is May the best time to visit Norfolk?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Norfolk with overall tolerable weather in Norwich.
On average, the best time to visit Norfolk is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Norwich. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
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