Tobermory weather in May (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

Planning a trip to Tobermory in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Tobermory generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 13°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C.

Tobermory in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 189 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Tobermory. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tobermory, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 110 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 189 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Oban, Scotland (43 KM, 27 Miles).

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Tobermory 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

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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