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Southport Weather in May
May in Southport sees daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. With around 79 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Southport in May
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain, with 79 mm (3.1 in) average for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Southport in May
Daytime temperatures in Southport reach 15°C (59°F) in May, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights fall to 9°C (48°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.
Sunshine in Southport in May
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 217 hours of sun. These sunny conditions help offset the cool temperatures, making it a pleasant month to explore outdoors.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.
Southport Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
79 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
217 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Blackpool, 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 Southport in May
The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Southport in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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