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Wigton weather in May (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Wigton this May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Wigton includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 16°C. At night, they generally drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

Wigton in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 161 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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

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

 

Wigton, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 161 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (54 KM, 34 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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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
9/10

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