Northumberland Weather in May

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

Planning a getaway to Northumberland, the United Kingdom 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 to Expect in Northumberland in May

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

Temperatures

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

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Craster with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Knarsdale with 78 mm (3.1 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Beadnell, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Beadnell gets approximately 183 hours of sunlight in May, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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

Best Places to Visit in Northumberland in May

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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 Northumberland

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

Temperature range in Northumberland (May)

Precipitation variation in Northumberland (May)

Beadnell

In May Beadnell 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.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
183 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Alnwick

In May Alnwick generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
183 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Seahouses

In May Seahouses 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.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
183 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Berwick-Upon-Tweed

In May Berwick-Upon-Tweed 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.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Wooler

In May Wooler 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.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
183 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beadnell 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Alnwick 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Seahouses 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Berwick-Upon-Tweed 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Wooler 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Belford 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Northumberland weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Northumberland, the United Kingdom typically experiences unpleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Beadnell average around 13°C (55°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Beadnell peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Beadnell averages just 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Northumberland, the United Kingdom.

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

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Northumberland, the United Kingdom due to the typically unpleasant weather in Beadnell.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Beadnell. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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