Hastings in May

7.2out of 10

Possible, with caveats

Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.

23°CAvg high
11°CAvg low
12Rainy days (132 mm)
14:16 hDaylight
06:22Sunrise · 20:38 Sunset

Why this score

  • Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
  • Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days

What to wear and pack

  • T-shirts and light layers
  • A light jacket for cooler evenings
  • Rain jacket or compact umbrella

How reliable is the forecast?

Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.7 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

3° -8° J 6° -6° F 12° -1° M 18° 5° A 23° 11° M 29° 17° J 31° 19° J 30° 18° A 26° 13° S 19° 6° O 11° -1° N 4° -6° D Rainy days

Weather by month

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfall Rainy daysHumiditySunshine Score
January 3°C-8°C20 mm 4– – 4.9
February 6°C-6°C25 mm 4– – 5.3
March 12°C-1°C49 mm 7– – 6.4
April 18°C5°C82 mm 10– – 7.2
May 23°C11°C132 mm 12– – 7.2
June 29°C17°C88 mm 10– – 7.7
July 31°C19°C76 mm 9– – 7.2
August 30°C18°C78 mm 8– – 7.7
September 26°C13°C58 mm 7– – 8.2
October 19°C6°C63 mm 7– – 7.7
November 11°C-1°C34 mm 5– – 6.5
December 4°C-6°C26 mm 4– – 5.2

Frequently asked questions

How hot is Hastings in May?

Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 11°C.

When is the best time to visit Hastings?

The best months are September, June, August, October.