Dorset
May
Weather in Dorset for May 2025
Your guide to Dorset weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Dorset at the beginning of May is 11.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 15.9 °C by the end of May.
The climate of Dorset in May is notably wet, with an average of 11 rainy days.
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20
Dry days
11
Rainy days
0
Snow days
15°/10°
Temperatures
23 km/h
Avg max wind
85 %
Avg humidity
Dorset in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  11° | 2 10° | 3  12° | 4 12° | |||
| 5 12° | 6 12° | 7 14° | 8 13° | 9  13° | 10 13° | 11 14° |
| 12 14° | 13 13° | 14 13° | 15 13° | 16 13° | 17 13° | 18 15° |
| 19 14° | 20  16° | 21  16° | 22  16° | 23 14° | 24 16° | 25 15° |
| 26 16° | 27 15° | 28 16° | 29 15° | 30 17° | 31 17° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Dorset
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Light rain | 11° /9° | 15.6 mm | 3 | |
| 2 May | Light rain | 10° /9° | 16.7 mm | 3 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /10° | 0.3 mm | 3 | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /9° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 5 May | Light drizzle | 12° /9° | 1.7 mm | 3 | |
| 6 May | Light rain shower | 12° /10° | 1.9 mm | 3 | |
| 7 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /9° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /11° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 9 May | Sunny | 13° /11° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 10 May | Sunny | 13° /11° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 11 May | Sunny | 14° /11° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Light rain shower | 14° /12° | 2.9 mm | 3 | |
| 13 May | Light rain | 13° /11° | 11.9 mm | 3 | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /11° | 1 mm | 3 | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /11° | 0.7 mm | 3 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /11° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /11° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 18 May | Light rain shower | 15° /12° | 6.2 mm | 4 | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /11° | 0.5 mm | 3 | |
| 20 May | Cloudy | 16° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Overcast | 16° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Partly cloudy | 16° /10° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 23 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /9° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 24 May | Sunny | 16° /9° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May | Partly cloudy | 15° /10° | 2.2 mm | 4 | |
| 26 May | Sunny | 16° /10° | 1.1 mm | 4 | |
| 27 May | Partly cloudy | 15° /9° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| 28 May | Overcast | 16° /11° | 2.6 mm | 4 | |
| 29 May | Partly cloudy | 15° /9° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 30 May | Partly cloudy | 17° /9° | 0.9 mm | 5 | |
| 31 May | Overcast | 17° /10° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Dorset in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Dorset forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Dorset in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Dorset during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 15° and lows near 10°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Dorset during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Dorset during May, with a total of 61.1 mm spread over approximately 11 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Dorset during May?
The average wind speed in Dorset during May is 23 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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