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Sheffield Weather in May

Sheffield in May sees moderate daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 87 mm (3.4 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Sheffield in May

You can expect rain on roughly 14 days based on historical data, averaging 87 mm (3.4 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 Sheffield in May

Temperatures in Sheffield in May top out at 14°C (57°F) and drop to 5°C (41°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Sheffield in May

With about 156 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances for Sheffield.

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Sheffield Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm (3.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 64% *  
SunshineSunshine 156 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Launceston, Australia (67 KM, 42 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 Sheffield in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Sheffield 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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