Bowthorpe in May
6.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 14°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
14°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
11Rainy days (51 mm)
15:32 hDaylight
05:06Sunrise · 20:37 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 14°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 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 (±3.1 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 | 7°C | 3°C | 50 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.1 |
| February | 7°C | 3°C | 42 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.3 |
| March | 9°C | 4°C | 45 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 11°C | 6°C | 43 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.0 |
| May | 14°C | 9°C | 51 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.4 |
| June | 17°C | 11°C | 63 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 20°C | 14°C | 65 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.1 |
| August | 20°C | 14°C | 67 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| September | 18°C | 12°C | 58 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.0 |
| October | 14°C | 9°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.2 |
| November | 10°C | 6°C | 58 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.6 |
| December | 7°C | 4°C | 53 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Bowthorpe in May?
Daytime highs average 14°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Bowthorpe?
The best months are August, July, September, June.