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Shirley Weather in May

May in Shirley brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights around 7°C (45°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 66 mm (2.6 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Shirley in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain, with 66 mm (2.6 in) average for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Shirley in May

In May, expect moderate temperatures in Shirley, with highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Shirley in May

There are approximately 193 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

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Shirley Temperature in May

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
66 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
193 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Nottingham, the United Kingdom (35 KM, 21 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 Shirley in May

For Shirley in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Shirley 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
  • Barbeque
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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