Reading in May
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
11Rainy days (91 mm)
14:14 hDaylight
05:53Sunrise · 20:07 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.7 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 | 4°C | -4°C | 83 mm | 9 | – | – | 4.5 |
| February | 6°C | -3°C | 75 mm | 9 | – | – | 4.9 |
| March | 10°C | 1°C | 99 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.6 |
| April | 17°C | 7°C | 96 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.8 |
| May | 23°C | 12°C | 91 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 28°C | 17°C | 97 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| July | 30°C | 20°C | 95 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| August | 29°C | 19°C | 85 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| September | 25°C | 15°C | 106 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.7 |
| October | 18°C | 8°C | 96 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.3 |
| November | 12°C | 3°C | 77 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.4 |
| December | 6°C | -1°C | 94 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Reading in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Reading?
The best months are August, September, May, June.