Rake, United Kingdom — Weather in May 2027

Monthly climate averages for Rake, United Kingdom. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

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May is a good month in Rake

Climate Overview

Rake, United Kingdom in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.4°C (62°F) and noticeably cooler mornings.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 14°C (58°F) at the start to 18°C (65°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

Expect around 10.4h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 11.4h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 28th, averaging 18.3°C (65°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 4°C warmer with 1 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
16°C / 8°C
Feels Like
15°C / 6°C
Rain
9 days · 53 mm
Sunshine
11.2h / day
Humidity
75% — Humid
Wind
19 km/h
Wind Direction
NW (315°)
Gusts
39 km/h
Daylight
15.6 h
Cloud Cover
63%
Clear Sky Days
2.3
UV Index
5.6 — High
Dew Point
8°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

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:15
Daylight 15.5h
Sunset 20:47

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
7°C / 2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -2°C
Rain
11days (64 mm) Wet
Sun
3.9h Poor
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
1.1 Low
Snow Days
2days
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February
Poor
Temp
8°C / 3°C
Feels Like
4°C / -1°C
Rain
10days (54 mm) Wet
Sun
5h Fair
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
1days
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March
Poor
Temp
10°C / 4°C
Feels Like
6°C / 0°C
Rain
12days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
6.8h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
3.4 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
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April
Fair
Temp
13°C / 5°C
Feels Like
10°C / 1°C
Rain
10days (45 mm) Wet
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
4.8 Moderate
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May best
Good
Temp
16°C / 8°C
Feels Like
15°C / 6°C
Rain
9days (53 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
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June best
Good
Temp
20°C / 12°C
Feels Like
19°C / 10°C
Rain
9days (60 mm) Wet
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
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July best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 14°C
Feels Like
20°C / 12°C
Rain
10days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
11.4h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
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August best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 14°C
Feels Like
20°C / 12°C
Rain
9days (53 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5.3 High
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September best
Good
Temp
19°C / 12°C
Feels Like
17°C / 10°C
Rain
11days (65 mm) Wet
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
4.1 Moderate
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October
Fair
Temp
15°C / 9°C
Feels Like
12°C / 7°C
Rain
12days (81 mm) Wet
Sun
6.3h Fair
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
2.5 Moderate
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November
Poor
Temp
10°C / 5°C
Feels Like
7°C / 2°C
Rain
12days (77 mm) Wet
Sun
4.6h Fair
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
1.4 Low
Snow Days
1days
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December
Poor
Temp
9°C / 4°C
Feels Like
5°C / 0°C
Rain
11days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
3.2h Poor
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
0.9 Low
Snow Days
1days
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Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January 7°C / 2°C 3°C / -2°C 11days (64 mm) Wet 3.9h Poor 87% Very Muggy 1.1 Low Poor View Details
February 8°C / 3°C 4°C / -1°C 10days (54 mm) Wet 5h Fair 83% Humid 1.6 Low Poor View Details
March 10°C / 4°C 6°C / 0°C 12days (57 mm) Wet 6.8h Fair 81% Humid 3.4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 13°C / 5°C 10°C / 1°C 10days (45 mm) Wet 9.9h Good 76% Humid 4.8 Moderate Fair View Details
May best 16°C / 8°C 15°C / 6°C 9days (53 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 75% Muggy 5.6 High Good View Details
June best 20°C / 12°C 19°C / 10°C 9days (60 mm) Wet 11.6h Excellent 75% Muggy 6.3 High Good View Details
July best 21°C / 14°C 20°C / 12°C 10days (52 mm) Wet 11.4h Excellent 72% Muggy 5.7 High Excellent View Details
August best 21°C / 14°C 20°C / 12°C 9days (53 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 76% Humid 5.3 High Excellent View Details
September best 19°C / 12°C 17°C / 10°C 11days (65 mm) Wet 8.3h Good 79% Humid 4.1 Moderate Good View Details
October 15°C / 9°C 12°C / 7°C 12days (81 mm) Wet 6.3h Fair 84% Humid 2.5 Moderate Fair View Details
November 10°C / 5°C 7°C / 2°C 12days (77 mm) Wet 4.6h Fair 86% Very Muggy 1.4 Low Poor View Details
December 9°C / 4°C 5°C / 0°C 11days (74 mm) Wet 3.2h Poor 89% Very Muggy 0.9 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 jacketUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Rake, with average highs of 16°C (62°F) and around 9 rainy days. Rake, United Kingdom in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.4°C (62°F) and noticeably cooler mornings.
Rake typically sees around 9 rainy days in May with 53 mm (2.1 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Rake during May are cool at around 8°C (47°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 16°C (62°F) and lows of 8°C (47°F) in May, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, May offers some of the best weather conditions in Rake with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Rake during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Rake gets approximately 16 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Rake during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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