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Stirling Weather in May

Stirling in May sees moderate daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 81 mm (3.2 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Stirling in May

On average, there are about 17 days with rain during this month, averaging 81 mm (3.2 in). Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Stirling in May

May in Stirling brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Stirling in May

The city usually sees around 193 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June and July typically offer the best weather for Stirling.

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Stirling Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 81 mm (3.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (41 KM, 25 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in May

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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 (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 Stirling 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Stirling in May

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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