Whitby weather in May (North Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

Curious about the climate in Whitby this May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

May in Whitby generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 13°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 9°C.

Precipitation

Whitby in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. Expect the least amount of rain this month, providing an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities. Enjoy the freedom of clear skies and dry conditions. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 17 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 212 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Whitby, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Water Temperature 10°C *  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 56 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 212 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 36% *  

Data from: Scarborough, the United Kingdom (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go 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 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. With a water temperature of around 10°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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