South Yorkshire Weather in May

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

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Rotherham Bawtry Barnsley Chapeltown

Are you planning a trip a to South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in South Yorkshire in May

South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. May in South Yorkshire 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 7°C (45°F) in Rotherham.

For specific regional insights in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Thorne with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Bradfield with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Rotherham gets approximately 199 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in South Yorkshire in May

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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 South Yorkshire

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

Temperature range in South Yorkshire (May)

Precipitation variation in South Yorkshire (May)

Rotherham

In May Rotherham 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
155 hours
199 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Rotherham →

Bawtry

In May Bawtry 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
157 hours
194 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Bawtry →

Barnsley

In May Barnsley generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
199 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Barnsley →

Chapeltown

In May Chapeltown generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
199 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Chapeltown →

Mosborough

In May Mosborough generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
199 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Mosborough →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rotherham 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Bawtry 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Barnsley 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Chapeltown 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Mosborough 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Penistone 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

South Yorkshire weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in May?

Expect tolerable weather across South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in May. The popular destination of Rotherham averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in May?

Daytime temperatures in Rotherham peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in May, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom. Rotherham averages only about 66 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Rotherham. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Rotherham. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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