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Virginstow Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F), May in Virginstow brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 84 mm (3.3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Virginstow in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain, with 84 mm (3.3 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Virginstow in May

In May, expect moderate temperatures in Virginstow, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 8°C (46°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 Virginstow in May

There are approximately 222 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer 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.

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Virginstow Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 222 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Plymouth, the United Kingdom (39 KM, 24 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 Virginstow in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Virginstow in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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