Weather in May in Somerset
Considering a trip to Somerset this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Somerset in May?
Somerset is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Somerset generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C in Lynmouth to 17°C in Bristol. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Bristol and 10°C in Lynmouth.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Somerset, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Winsham with an average of 66 mm to moderate rainfall in Culbone with 77 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Bath enjoys approximately 199 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Somerset climate page.
Where to go in Somerset in May





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Somerset?
Bath
In May Bath 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.
Bristol
In May Bristol 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.
Weston-super-Mare
In May Weston-super-Mare generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Porlock
In May Porlock generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Minehead
In May Minehead generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Somerset, in the United Kingdom.
Is May the best time to visit Somerset?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Bath, May might be a good time to visit Somerset.
Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Bath. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
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