West Down weather in May (Devon, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in West Down this May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of May in West Down typically includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 15°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 10°C.

Precipitation

West Down in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. With virtually no rain, this driest month of the year is perfect for exploring the outdoors. Historically, approximately 15 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 197 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

West Down, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 70 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 197 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 41% *  

* Data from: Cardiff, the United Kingdom (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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 this month?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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