Weather in May in North Yorkshire
Planning a getaway to North Yorkshire this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in North Yorkshire in May?
North Yorkshire is a region in the United Kingdom. May in North Yorkshire generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C in Bridlington to 17°C in Selby. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Selby and 9°C in Bridlington.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Speeton with an average of 46 mm to moderate rainfall in Wigglesworth with 90 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 188 hours of sunlight anticipated in York. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a closer look at May's conditions in North Yorkshire, see the map below. For a more detailed look at North Yorkshire's yearly weather, check out our North Yorkshire climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in North Yorkshire?
York
In May York generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Scarborough
In May Scarborough generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Whitby
In May Whitby generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Bridlington
In May Bridlington generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Harrogate
In May Harrogate generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°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 North Yorkshire, in the United Kingdom.
Is May the best time to visit North Yorkshire?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit North Yorkshire with overall tolerable weather in York. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in York. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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