Glasgow in May
6.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 14°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
14°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
14Rainy days (79 mm)
16:01 hDaylight
05:13Sunrise · 21:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 14°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.4 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 (±5.4 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 | 116 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.2 |
| February | 7°C | 2°C | 98 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.6 |
| March | 9°C | 3°C | 87 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.0 |
| April | 11°C | 4°C | 74 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.5 |
| May | 14°C | 7°C | 79 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.0 |
| June | 16°C | 9°C | 86 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.3 |
| July | 18°C | 11°C | 92 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.3 |
| August | 18°C | 11°C | 101 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.2 |
| September | 16°C | 9°C | 83 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.3 |
| October | 12°C | 7°C | 110 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.3 |
| November | 9°C | 4°C | 105 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.7 |
| December | 7°C | 2°C | 115 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Glasgow in May?
Daytime highs average 14°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Glasgow?
The best months are June, July, September, August.