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Shaldon Weather in May
With daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F), May in Shaldon brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 65 mm (2.6 in) falls on average.
Rainfall in Shaldon in May
Typically around 14 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 65 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Shaldon in May
Shaldon in May gets highs of 16°C (61°F) during the day and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Shaldon in May
With approximately 197 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Shaldon.
Shaldon Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
65 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
197 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Exeter, the United Kingdom (19 KM, 12 Miles).
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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 Shaldon in May
Pack for changing conditions in Shaldon in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Shaldon in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
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Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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