Durham in May
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
11Rainy days (88 mm)
13:54 hDaylight
06:15Sunrise · 20:09 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- 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 | 10°C | 1°C | 92 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.9 |
| February | 13°C | 2°C | 80 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.4 |
| March | 17°C | 6°C | 108 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.8 |
| April | 22°C | 11°C | 90 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 26°C | 16°C | 88 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| June | 30°C | 20°C | 98 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
| July | 32°C | 22°C | 110 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.2 |
| August | 30°C | 21°C | 99 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.0 |
| September | 27°C | 18°C | 113 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| October | 22°C | 12°C | 79 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 16°C | 6°C | 84 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.1 |
| December | 12°C | 3°C | 89 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Durham in May?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Durham?
The best months are October, April, May, September.