Blackburn in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
14Rainy days (79 mm)
15:41 hDaylight
05:16Sunrise · 20:57 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 15°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.1 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 (±5.1 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 | 6°C | 2°C | 103 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.3 |
| February | 7°C | 2°C | 90 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.7 |
| March | 9°C | 3°C | 84 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.1 |
| April | 12°C | 4°C | 75 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.6 |
| May | 15°C | 7°C | 79 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 17°C | 10°C | 91 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.3 |
| July | 19°C | 12°C | 99 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.3 |
| August | 18°C | 12°C | 108 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 16°C | 10°C | 91 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.3 |
| October | 13°C | 7°C | 108 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.4 |
| November | 9°C | 4°C | 107 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.7 |
| December | 7°C | 2°C | 119 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Blackburn in May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Blackburn?
The best months are June, July, September, May.