Newquay in May
6.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
12Rainy days (63 mm)
15:14 hDaylight
05:39Sunrise · 20:54 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 15°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.3 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 (±4.3 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 | 9°C | 5°C | 86 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.0 |
| February | 9°C | 5°C | 70 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.3 |
| March | 10°C | 6°C | 63 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 12°C | 7°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 15°C | 9°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.3 |
| June | 17°C | 12°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.7 |
| July | 19°C | 14°C | 64 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.0 |
| August | 19°C | 14°C | 70 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.9 |
| September | 17°C | 12°C | 60 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| October | 15°C | 10°C | 89 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.0 |
| November | 12°C | 8°C | 93 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.2 |
| December | 10°C | 6°C | 96 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Newquay in May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Newquay?
The best months are July, August, September, June.