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Strathclyde Weather in May

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

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Oban Glasgow Ayr Paisley

Planning a trip to Strathclyde, the United Kingdom this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Strathclyde in May

Strathclyde, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Strathclyde generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Bellochantuy at 12°C (54°F) to mild in Busby at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Busby and 9°C (48°F) in Bellochantuy.

For a closer look at conditions across Strathclyde, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Machrihanish with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Port Appin with 133 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Glasgow receives about 188 hours of sunlight in May, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Strathclyde by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April11°C (52°F) May14°C (57°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September16°C (61°F) October13°C (55°F) November10°C (50°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Strathclyde →

Best Places to Visit in Strathclyde in May

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

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 Strathclyde

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

Temperature range in Strathclyde (May)

Precipitation variation in Strathclyde (May)

Glasgow

In May Glasgow generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
188 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Glasgow →

Oban

In May Oban generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
189 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
128 mm (5 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Oban →

Ayr

In May Ayr 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.

« April
May
June »
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
143 hours
188 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Ayr →

Paisley

In May Paisley generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
188 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Paisley →

Balloch

In May Balloch generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
188 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Balloch →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oban 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Glasgow 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Ayr 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Paisley 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Balloch 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Taynuilt 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)

Strathclyde weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Strathclyde, the United Kingdom in May. The popular destination of Glasgow averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

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

In Glasgow, the average daytime high in May is 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Strathclyde, the United Kingdom during May, with Glasgow averaging close to 86 mm (3.4 in).

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Strathclyde, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Glasgow. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June offering mostly pleasant weather in Glasgow. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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