Somerset East in May
8.4out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 21°C. Some rain: about 5 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
5Rainy days (22 mm)
10:19 hDaylight
07:04Sunrise · 17:23 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Some rain: about 5 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.1 days). 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 | 28°C | 15°C | 76 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| February | 28°C | 15°C | 74 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.7 |
| March | 26°C | 14°C | 72 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| April | 24°C | 11°C | 47 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| May | 21°C | 8°C | 22 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| June | 19°C | 5°C | 23 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.0 |
| July | 19°C | 5°C | 23 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.1 |
| August | 20°C | 6°C | 31 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.0 |
| September | 22°C | 7°C | 32 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| October | 24°C | 10°C | 55 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| November | 25°C | 11°C | 67 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| December | 27°C | 13°C | 70 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Somerset East in May?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Somerset East?
The best months are May, September, April, July.