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South Shields weather in May (Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom)

Curious about the May weather in South Shields? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, South Shields generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 15°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C.

South Shields in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 52 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 14 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 192 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

South Shields, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 52 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 192 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Sunderland, the United Kingdom (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 South Shields in May?

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 in May.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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