Somerset Weather in May

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

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Bath Bristol Weston-super-Mare Minehead

Considering a trip to Somerset, the United Kingdom this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Somerset in May

Somerset, the United Kingdom 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 (57°F) in Lynmouth to 17°C (63°F) in Bristol. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Bristol and 10°C (50°F) in Lynmouth.

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

Precipitation

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

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Bath sees close to 199 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Somerset by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March12°C (54°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°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)
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Best Places to Visit in Somerset in May

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

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 Somerset

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

Temperature range in Somerset (May)

Precipitation variation in Somerset (May)

Bath

In May Bath 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
172 hours
199 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Bath →

Bristol

In May Bristol 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
172 hours
199 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Bristol →

Weston-super-Mare

In May Weston-super-Mare generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
197 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Weston-super-Mare →

Minehead

In May Minehead generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
197 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Minehead →

Wells

In May Wells 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
172 hours
199 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Somerset, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bath 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Bristol 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Weston-super-Mare 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Minehead 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Wells 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Yeovil 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Somerset weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

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

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

Daytime temperatures in Bath peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in Somerset, the United Kingdom. Bath averages only about 71 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Bath, May might be a good time to visit Somerset, the United Kingdom.

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.

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