Sawbridgeworth weather in May (Essex, United Kingdom)

Can you expect sunny skies in Sawbridgeworth in May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Sawbridgeworth typically includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 18°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Sawbridgeworth in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 14 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 195 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February 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 Sawbridgeworth climate page with graphs.

 

Sawbridgeworth, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 59 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 195 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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

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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?

For visitors traveling to Sawbridgeworth, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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