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Selkirk Weather in May

Selkirk in May sees moderate daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 75 mm (3 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Selkirk in May

Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated, with 75 mm (3 in) on average. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Selkirk in May

Daytime temperatures in Selkirk reach 14°C (57°F) in May, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Selkirk in May

With about 161 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Selkirk.

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Selkirk Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 75 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 161 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Best Places 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 (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 Selkirk 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. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Selkirk in May

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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