Peterborough in May
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 19°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
19°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
11Rainy days (83 mm)
14:35 hDaylight
05:52Sunrise · 20:27 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 19°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy 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 (±3.0 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 | -3°C | -11°C | 68 mm | 11 | – | – | 3.7 |
| February | -1°C | -10°C | 53 mm | 8 | – | – | 4.0 |
| March | 4°C | -5°C | 62 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.4 |
| April | 12°C | 2°C | 86 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 19°C | 8°C | 83 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| June | 24°C | 14°C | 92 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| July | 26°C | 16°C | 87 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 25°C | 16°C | 86 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| September | 21°C | 11°C | 85 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.6 |
| October | 13°C | 5°C | 84 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.2 |
| November | 7°C | -1°C | 74 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.0 |
| December | 0°C | -7°C | 69 mm | 11 | – | – | 3.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Peterborough in May?
Daytime highs average 19°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Peterborough?
The best months are June, July, August, September.