Sandown weather in May (Isle of Wight, United Kingdom)

How is the weather in Sandown in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Sandown generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 16°C, while nights can cool down to about 10°C.

Sandown in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 215 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sandown climate page with graphs.

 

Sandown, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 54 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 215 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 44% *  

* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Sandown in May?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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