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May is a fair month in Ampleforth

Climate Overview

Ampleforth, United Kingdom in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 15°C (59°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 12 days this month.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 13°C (55°F) at the start to 16°C (61°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 53 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 26th, averaging 16.2°C (61°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 4°C warmer with 2 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
15°C / 7°C
Feels Like
13°C / 4°C
Rain
12 days · 52 mm
Sunshine
10.7h / day
Humidity
78% — Humid
Wind
20 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (298°)
Gusts
40 km/h
Daylight
16 h
Cloud Cover
66%
Clear Sky Days
2.3
UV Index
5.2 — High
Dew Point
7°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:02
Daylight 16h
Sunset 21:02

What to Expect

Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

Recent yearly records for May have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
6°C / 1°C
Feels Like
2°C / -3°C
Rain
11days (62 mm) Wet
Sun
3.5h Poor
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
0.9 Low
Snow Days
3days
February
Poor
Temp
8°C / 2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -2°C
Rain
12days (58 mm) Wet
Sun
5.2h Fair
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
3days
March
Poor
Temp
9°C / 3°C
Feels Like
5°C / -1°C
Rain
12days (60 mm) Wet
Sun
6.9h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
3 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
April
Fair
Temp
11°C / 4°C
Feels Like
8°C / 0°C
Rain
10days (47 mm) Wet
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
4.3 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
May best
Fair
Temp
15°C / 7°C
Feels Like
13°C / 4°C
Rain
12days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
5.2 High
June best
Good
Temp
18°C / 10°C
Feels Like
16°C / 8°C
Rain
11days (68 mm) Wet
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
5.8 High
July best
Good
Temp
20°C / 12°C
Feels Like
18°C / 11°C
Rain
14days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5.2 High
August best
Good
Temp
19°C / 12°C
Feels Like
18°C / 11°C
Rain
12days (61 mm) Wet
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
5 Moderate
September best
Good
Temp
17°C / 10°C
Feels Like
15°C / 8°C
Rain
12days (67 mm) Wet
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
3.5 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
13°C / 8°C
Feels Like
10°C / 5°C
Rain
14days (76 mm) Wet
Sun
5.2h Fair
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
2 Low
November
Poor
Temp
9°C / 4°C
Feels Like
6°C / 1°C
Rain
13days (67 mm) Wet
Sun
3.8h Poor
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
1.1 Low
Snow Days
1days
December
Poor
Temp
7°C / 3°C
Feels Like
3°C / -1°C
Rain
13days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
2.7h Poor
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
0.6 Low
Snow Days
2days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 6°C / 1°C 2°C / -3°C 11days (62 mm) Wet 3.5h Poor 87% Very Muggy 0.9 Low Poor View Details
February 8°C / 2°C 3°C / -2°C 12days (58 mm) Wet 5.2h Fair 83% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
March 9°C / 3°C 5°C / -1°C 12days (60 mm) Wet 6.9h Fair 81% Humid 3 Moderate Poor View Details
April 11°C / 4°C 8°C / 0°C 10days (47 mm) Wet 9.8h Good 77% Humid 4.3 Moderate Fair View Details
May best 15°C / 7°C 13°C / 4°C 12days (52 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 78% Humid 5.2 High Fair View Details
June best 18°C / 10°C 16°C / 8°C 11days (68 mm) Wet 10.8h Excellent 77% Humid 5.8 High Good View Details
July best 20°C / 12°C 18°C / 11°C 14days (74 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 76% Humid 5.2 High Good View Details
August best 19°C / 12°C 18°C / 11°C 12days (61 mm) Wet 9.9h Good 77% Humid 5 Moderate Good View Details
September best 17°C / 10°C 15°C / 8°C 12days (67 mm) Wet 7.6h Good 80% Humid 3.5 Moderate Good View Details
October 13°C / 8°C 10°C / 5°C 14days (76 mm) Wet 5.2h Fair 84% Humid 2 Low Fair View Details
November 9°C / 4°C 6°C / 1°C 13days (67 mm) Wet 3.8h Poor 87% Very Muggy 1.1 Low Poor View Details
December 7°C / 3°C 3°C / -1°C 13days (73 mm) Wet 2.7h Poor 89% Very Muggy 0.6 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically fair for visiting Ampleforth, with average highs of 15°C (59°F) and around 12 rainy days. Ampleforth, United Kingdom in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 15°C (59°F) and noticeably cooler mornings.
Ampleforth typically sees around 12 rainy days in May with 52 mm (2 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Ampleforth during May are cool at around 7°C (45°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) in May, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, May offers some of the best weather conditions in Ampleforth with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Ampleforth during May is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Ampleforth gets approximately 16 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Ampleforth during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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