St Andrews Weather in May

In St Andrews, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in St Andrews in May

Historically, approximately 15 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 61 mm (2.4 in). Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in St Andrews in May

Daytime highs in St Andrews in May reach 14°C (57°F), with nights around 8°C (46°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in St Andrews in May

The month enjoys around 193 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.