Shap weather in May (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

Is May a good time to explore Shap weather-wise? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Shap typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 15°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 6°C.

Precipitation

Shap in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. This month experiences about 17 days of rain according to historical data.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shap, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

5/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Shap.

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