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Thetford Weather in May
In Thetford, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.
Rainfall in Thetford in May
The climate data from previous years indicates about 15 days of rain, averaging 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Thetford in May
Expect highs of 17°C (63°F) in Thetford in May, with nights dropping to around 8°C (46°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Thetford in May
The month enjoys around 199 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.For Thetford itself, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Thetford Temperature in May
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
60 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
199 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Norwich, the United Kingdom (44 KM, 27 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 Thetford in May
For Thetford in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool 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 Thetford in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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