Aberdeen in May
7.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 18°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
10Rainy days (78 mm)
14:51 hDaylight
05:46Sunrise · 20:37 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.5 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.5 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 4°C | 250 mm | 19 | – | – | 3.9 |
| February | 10°C | 4°C | 164 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.8 |
| March | 12°C | 5°C | 190 mm | 19 | – | – | 4.5 |
| April | 14°C | 6°C | 137 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.5 |
| May | 18°C | 8°C | 78 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.0 |
| June | 19°C | 10°C | 51 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.6 |
| July | 22°C | 12°C | 17 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.6 |
| August | 23°C | 12°C | 30 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| September | 21°C | 11°C | 63 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 16°C | 8°C | 166 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.9 |
| November | 11°C | 6°C | 269 mm | 19 | – | – | 4.3 |
| December | 8°C | 4°C | 259 mm | 18 | – | – | 3.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Aberdeen in May?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Aberdeen?
The best months are July, August, September.