Fort William in May
5.1out of 10
Not the best time
Cool: highs only around 13°C. Very wet: about 17 rainy days.
13°CAvg high
5°CAvg low
17Rainy days (122 mm)
16:11 hDaylight
05:11Sunrise · 21:22 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 13°C
- Very wet: about 17 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.2 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 (±5.2 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 | 4°C | 0°C | 224 mm | 19 | – | – | 3.1 |
| February | 5°C | 0°C | 184 mm | 18 | – | – | 3.3 |
| March | 7°C | 1°C | 166 mm | 18 | – | – | 3.7 |
| April | 9°C | 3°C | 113 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.7 |
| May | 13°C | 5°C | 122 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.1 |
| June | 15°C | 8°C | 118 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.4 |
| July | 16°C | 10°C | 129 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.3 |
| August | 16°C | 9°C | 145 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.2 |
| September | 14°C | 8°C | 151 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.2 |
| October | 10°C | 5°C | 186 mm | 19 | – | – | 4.2 |
| November | 7°C | 2°C | 175 mm | 19 | – | – | 3.7 |
| December | 5°C | 0°C | 205 mm | 18 | – | – | 3.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Fort William in May?
Daytime highs average 13°C and nights about 5°C.
When is the best time to visit Fort William?
The best months are June, July, August, September.