Midlothian in May
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
18°CAvg low
10Rainy days (119 mm)
13:40 hDaylight
06:34Sunrise · 20:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.8 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 | 15°C | 4°C | 69 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.0 |
| February | 17°C | 6°C | 74 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.3 |
| March | 21°C | 10°C | 96 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.6 |
| April | 25°C | 14°C | 104 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 29°C | 18°C | 119 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 33°C | 23°C | 86 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.9 |
| July | 35°C | 24°C | 41 mm | 6 | – | – | 6.6 |
| August | 35°C | 24°C | 54 mm | 6 | – | – | 6.7 |
| September | 31°C | 21°C | 62 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.6 |
| October | 26°C | 15°C | 101 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| November | 20°C | 9°C | 83 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.8 |
| December | 15°C | 5°C | 85 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Midlothian in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 18°C.
When is the best time to visit Midlothian?
The best months are October, April, November, March.