Suffolk Weather in May

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

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Lowestoft Ipswich Bury Saint Edmunds Newmarket

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

What to Expect in Suffolk in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Lowestoft to 18°C (64°F) in Burwell. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Burwell and 10°C (50°F) in Lowestoft.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Aldeburgh with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Bury Saint Edmunds with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Lowestoft sees close to 204 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Suffolk by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April11°C (52°F) May14°C (57°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August20°C (68°F) September18°C (64°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December10°C (50°F)
Best Time to Visit Suffolk →

Best Places to Visit in Suffolk in May

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

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 Suffolk

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

Temperature range in Suffolk (May)

Precipitation variation in Suffolk (May)

Lowestoft

In May Lowestoft generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
204 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lowestoft →

Ipswich

In May Ipswich generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
195 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ipswich →

Bury Saint Edmunds

In May Bury Saint Edmunds 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
153 hours
180 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Bury Saint Edmunds →

Newmarket

In May Newmarket 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
153 hours
180 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Newmarket →

Lavenham

In May Lavenham 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)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
180 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Lavenham →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lowestoft 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Ipswich 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Bury Saint Edmunds 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Newmarket 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Lavenham 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Woodbridge 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Suffolk weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Suffolk, the United Kingdom in May. The popular destination of Lowestoft averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Suffolk, the United Kingdom during May range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Lowestoft.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Suffolk, the United Kingdom during May, with Lowestoft averaging close to 53 mm (2.1 in).

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Suffolk, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Lowestoft.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly perfect weather in Lowestoft. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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