Weather in May in The Inner Hebrides
Considering a trip to the Inner Hebrides 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 the Inner Hebrides in May?
The Inner Hebrides is a region in Scotland. May in the Inner Hebrides generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C in Duntulm to 15°C in Bowmore. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Bowmore and 8°C in Duntulm.For specific regional insights in the Inner Hebrides, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bowmore with an average of 77 mm to high rainfall in Tobermory with 110 mm. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Tobermory.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 189 hours of sunlight expected in Tobermory. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our the Inner Hebrides climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 3 most popular destinations in the Inner Hebrides?
Tobermory
In May Tobermory generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Bowmore
In May Bowmore generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Duntulm
In May Duntulm generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit the Inner Hebrides?
In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to the Inner Hebrides with often poor weather in Tobermory.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Tobermory.
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