Highland in May
8.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C. Very dry: about 3 rainy days.
24°CAvg high
11°CAvg low
3Rainy days (9 mm)
13:47 hDaylight
05:52Sunrise · 19:38 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C
- Very dry: about 3 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.3 days). 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 | 15°C | 4°C | 55 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.1 |
| February | 15°C | 5°C | 68 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.1 |
| March | 18°C | 6°C | 41 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.7 |
| April | 20°C | 8°C | 21 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.4 |
| May | 24°C | 11°C | 9 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.8 |
| June | 29°C | 15°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| July | 32°C | 18°C | 13 mm | 3 | – | – | 7.9 |
| August | 32°C | 18°C | 11 mm | 3 | – | – | 7.8 |
| September | 30°C | 16°C | 7 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.7 |
| October | 24°C | 12°C | 13 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| November | 19°C | 7°C | 17 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.2 |
| December | 14°C | 4°C | 44 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Highland in May?
Daytime highs average 24°C and nights about 11°C.
When is the best time to visit Highland?
The best months are June, May, October, September.