Elgin in May
5.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 10°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
10°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
12Rainy days (57 mm)
16:20 hDaylight
05:00Sunrise · 21:19 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 10°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- A warm jacket
- 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 | 7°C | 4°C | 70 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.6 |
| February | 6°C | 4°C | 60 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.9 |
| March | 7°C | 5°C | 57 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.9 |
| April | 8°C | 6°C | 54 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.3 |
| May | 10°C | 8°C | 57 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.7 |
| June | 13°C | 10°C | 70 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.8 |
| July | 15°C | 13°C | 68 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.2 |
| August | 15°C | 13°C | 84 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 14°C | 12°C | 81 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 12°C | 9°C | 103 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.1 |
| November | 9°C | 7°C | 90 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.8 |
| December | 7°C | 5°C | 78 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Elgin in May?
Daytime highs average 10°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Elgin?
The best months are July, August, September, June.