Plymouth in May
6.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 13°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
13°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
11Rainy days (61 mm)
15:14 hDaylight
05:36Sunrise · 20:50 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 13°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.4 days)
What to wear and pack
- A warm jacket
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.4 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 | 7°C | 102 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.9 |
| February | 9°C | 6°C | 77 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.4 |
| March | 10°C | 7°C | 67 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 11°C | 8°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 13°C | 10°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 16°C | 13°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.6 |
| July | 17°C | 15°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| August | 18°C | 15°C | 69 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| September | 16°C | 14°C | 61 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.8 |
| October | 14°C | 12°C | 104 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.8 |
| November | 12°C | 9°C | 112 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.2 |
| December | 10°C | 7°C | 109 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Plymouth in May?
Daytime highs average 13°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Plymouth?
The best months are July, August, September, June.