Scarfskerry weather in May (Highlands, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Scarfskerry in May? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Scarfskerry includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 11°C. At night, they generally drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

Scarfskerry in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. On average, there are about 17 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 192 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

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

 

Scarfskerry, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 65 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 192 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (40 KM, 25 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

6/10

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