Shropshire Weather in May

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

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Planning a journey to Shropshire, the United Kingdom this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Shropshire in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Shrewsbury.

To explore the conditions in Shropshire, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Whitchurch with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Llanvair Waterdine with 77 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Shrewsbury gets around 182 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Shropshire by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Shropshire →

Best Places to Visit in Shropshire in May

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

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 Shropshire

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

Temperature range in Shropshire (May)

Precipitation variation in Shropshire (May)

Shrewsbury

In May Shrewsbury 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)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
182 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Shrewsbury →

Telford

In May Telford 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)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
182 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Telford →

Bridgnorth

In May Bridgnorth 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)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
182 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Bridgnorth →

Ironbridge

In May Ironbridge 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)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
182 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Ironbridge →

Ludlow

In May Ludlow generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
182 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ludlow →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Shrewsbury 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Telford 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Bridgnorth 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Ironbridge 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Ludlow 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Oswestry 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Shropshire weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Shropshire, the United Kingdom brings tolerable weather. In Shrewsbury, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

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

Shrewsbury averages a daytime maximum of 17°C (63°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

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

Not particularly. Shrewsbury averages just 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Shropshire, the United Kingdom.

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Shrewsbury, May might be a good time to visit Shropshire, the United Kingdom. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Shropshire, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Shrewsbury. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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