Sanquhar weather in May (Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Sanquhar this May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Sanquhar includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 15°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Precipitation

Sanquhar in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 161 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Sanquhar. May, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Sanquhar, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 94 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 161 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (46 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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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 this month?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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