Harrogate in May
6.5out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
11Rainy days (54 mm)
15:43 hDaylight
05:11Sunrise · 20:54 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 15°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 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 (±4.1 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 | 6°C | 2°C | 62 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.8 |
| February | 7°C | 2°C | 55 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.1 |
| March | 9°C | 3°C | 51 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 12°C | 4°C | 56 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.0 |
| May | 15°C | 7°C | 54 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.5 |
| June | 17°C | 10°C | 70 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.7 |
| July | 20°C | 12°C | 65 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.1 |
| August | 19°C | 12°C | 71 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.0 |
| September | 17°C | 10°C | 60 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.9 |
| October | 13°C | 7°C | 64 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.0 |
| November | 9°C | 4°C | 64 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.4 |
| December | 7°C | 2°C | 69 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Harrogate in May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Harrogate?
The best months are July, August, September, June.