Norfolk Weather in May

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

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Norwich Great Yarmouth Watton East Harling

Planning a trip to Norfolk, the United Kingdom this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Norfolk in May

Norfolk, the United Kingdom 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 (57°F) in Great Yarmouth to 17°C (63°F) in Denver. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Denver and 10°C (50°F) in Great Yarmouth.

For specific regional insights in Norfolk, the United Kingdom, 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 (2 in) to moderate rainfall in North Elmham with 60 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Norwich gets approximately 199 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Norfolk by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Norfolk →

Best Places to Visit in Norfolk in May

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

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 Norfolk

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

Temperature range in Norfolk (May)

Precipitation variation in Norfolk (May)

Norwich

In May Norwich generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
199 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Norwich →

Great Yarmouth

In May Great Yarmouth 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
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
204 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Great Yarmouth →

Watton

In May Watton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
199 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Watton →

East Harling

In May East Harling generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
199 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in East Harling →

Scole

In May Scole generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
199 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Scole →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Norfolk, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Norwich 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Great Yarmouth 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Watton 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
East Harling 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Scole 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Thetford 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)

Norfolk weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Norfolk, the United Kingdom in May. The popular destination of Norwich averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Norfolk, the United Kingdom during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Norwich.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Norfolk, the United Kingdom during May, with Norwich averaging close to 57 mm (2.2 in).

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Norfolk, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Norwich.

On average, the best time to visit Norfolk, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Norwich. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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