Durham in May
6.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 14°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
14°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
12Rainy days (49 mm)
15:50 hDaylight
05:07Sunrise · 20:58 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 14°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 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 (±3.8 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 | 2°C | 55 mm | 12 | – | – | 4.9 |
| February | 7°C | 2°C | 49 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.2 |
| March | 9°C | 3°C | 45 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.6 |
| April | 11°C | 5°C | 53 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 14°C | 7°C | 49 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.3 |
| June | 17°C | 10°C | 63 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 19°C | 12°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.1 |
| August | 19°C | 12°C | 68 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.0 |
| September | 17°C | 10°C | 55 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.0 |
| October | 13°C | 7°C | 58 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.2 |
| November | 9°C | 5°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.4 |
| December | 7°C | 3°C | 62 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Durham in May?
Daytime highs average 14°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Durham?
The best months are July, August, September, June.