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Winchester Weather in May

During May, Winchester experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and cooler nights around 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 67 mm (2.6 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Winchester in May

Historically, the month has about 14 days of rain, averaging 67 mm (2.6 in) in total. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Winchester in May

Daytime highs in Winchester in May reach 18°C (64°F), with nights around 8°C (46°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Winchester in May

There are approximately 215 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Average water temperature in May

At 12°C (54°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Winchester.

Winchester Temperature in May

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Water Temperature
12°C (54°F) *
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
67 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
74% *
Sunshine
215 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
44% *
* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (18 KM, 11 Miles).

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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 Winchester in May

For Winchester in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 12°C (54°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Winchester 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
    10/10

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