Skipton weather in May (North Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

What kind of weather does May bring to Skipton? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Skipton tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 15°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 6°C.

Precipitation

Skipton in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. As the driest month, you can expect little to no rain. This makes it perfect for outdoor events and activities. Enjoy the freedom from wet weather. Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 175 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June and July typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Skipton, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 175 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Bradford, the United Kingdom (25 KM, 15 Miles).

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.

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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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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