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Silverstone Weather in May
May in Silverstone brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 63 mm (2.5 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Silverstone in May
Typically, you can expect about 15 days of rain this month, with 63 mm (2.5 in) on average. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Silverstone in May
May in Silverstone sees highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) overnight. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Silverstone in May
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 185 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Silverstone.
Silverstone Temperature in May
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
185 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Milton Keynes, the United Kingdom (19 KM, 11 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 Silverstone in May
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in Silverstone in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
London
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17°C (63°F) York17°C (63°F) Torquay15°C (59°F) Glasgow15°C (59°F) Edinburgh15°C (59°F) Blackpool14°C (57°F) Bucket list
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