Bournemouth in May
6.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
10Rainy days (51 mm)
15:17 hDaylight
05:25Sunrise · 20:42 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 15°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy 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 (±3.6 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 | 71 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.3 |
| February | 8°C | 4°C | 54 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.5 |
| March | 10°C | 5°C | 49 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.9 |
| April | 12°C | 6°C | 53 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.2 |
| May | 15°C | 9°C | 51 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.7 |
| June | 18°C | 12°C | 51 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| July | 20°C | 14°C | 46 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| August | 20°C | 14°C | 63 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| September | 18°C | 12°C | 54 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
| October | 15°C | 10°C | 82 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.3 |
| November | 11°C | 7°C | 84 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.7 |
| December | 9°C | 5°C | 78 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Bournemouth in May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Bournemouth?
The best months are July, August, September, June.