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River Weather in May

River in May sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 15°C (59°F) and overnight lows of 10°C (50°F). Around 56 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.

Rainfall in River in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 13 days of rain, with 56 mm (2.2 in) average for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in River in May

May in River sees highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F) overnight. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights drop to around 10°C (50°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in River in May

With approximately 202 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

For River itself, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

River Temperature in May

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
56 mm (2.2 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Sunshine
202 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Leeds-Kent, the United Kingdom (47 KM, 29 Miles).

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Best Places in the United Kingdom in May

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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).

What to Wear in River in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in River in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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