Saint Andrews in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 13°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
13°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
11Rainy days (52 mm)
16:06 hDaylight
05:05Sunrise · 21:10 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 13°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.3 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 (±4.3 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 | 7°C | 3°C | 67 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.9 |
| February | 7°C | 3°C | 51 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.3 |
| March | 9°C | 4°C | 52 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.4 |
| April | 10°C | 5°C | 47 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 13°C | 8°C | 52 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 15°C | 11°C | 60 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.5 |
| July | 18°C | 12°C | 66 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.7 |
| August | 18°C | 12°C | 68 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.8 |
| September | 16°C | 11°C | 56 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.7 |
| October | 13°C | 8°C | 80 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.9 |
| November | 10°C | 6°C | 74 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.3 |
| December | 7°C | 4°C | 69 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Saint Andrews in May?
Daytime highs average 13°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Saint Andrews?
The best months are August, July, September, June.