Weather in May in West Yorkshire
Are you planning a trip a to West Yorkshire in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in West Yorkshire in May?
West Yorkshire is a region in the United Kingdom. May in West Yorkshire generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C and nighttime temperatures around 7°C in Leeds.To explore the conditions in West Yorkshire in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Wetherby with an average of 59 mm to moderate rainfall in Todmorden with 82 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 173 hours of sunlight anticipated in Leeds. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our West Yorkshire climate page.
Where to go in West Yorkshire in May





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in West Yorkshire?
Leeds
In May Leeds generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Haworth
In May Haworth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Wakefield
In May Wakefield generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Holmfirth
In May Holmfirth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Ilkley
In May Ilkley generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in West Yorkshire, in the United Kingdom.
Is May the best time to visit West Yorkshire?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit West Yorkshire with overall tolerable weather in Leeds. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit West Yorkshire is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Leeds. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
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