Scotland (Edinburgh)
May
Weather in Scotland for May 2025
Your guide to Scotland weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Scotland at the beginning of May is 12 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 16.4 °C by the end of May.
Scotland sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging 7 rainy days.
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24
Dry days
7
Rainy days
0
Snow days
16°/6°
Temperatures
15 km/h
Avg max wind
83 %
Avg humidity
Scotland in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  13° | 2  11° | 3  11° | 4 10° | |||
| 5 12° | 6 13° | 7 14° | 8 16° | 9 17° | 10 15° | 11 17° |
| 12 17° | 13  16° | 14 12° | 15 15° | 16 14° | 17 15° | 18 17° |
| 19 15° | 20 16° | 21 15° | 22 15° | 23 14° | 24 16° | 25 17° |
| 26 15° | 27 16° | 28  15° | 29  18° | 30 17° | 31 17° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Scotland
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Moderate rain at times | 13° /5° | 1.3 mm | 3 | |
| 2 May | Overcast | 11° /6° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 11° /7° | 0.4 mm | 3 | |
| 4 May | Overcast | 10° /6° | 0.5 mm | 3 | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /6° | 1 mm | 3 | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /6° | 5.3 mm | 3 | |
| 7 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
| 8 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /7° | 6.7 mm | 4 | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /9° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /7° | 2 mm | 4 | |
| 11 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /7° | 4 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Overcast | 17° /9° | 6 mm | 4 | |
| 13 May | Partly cloudy | 16° /8° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /8° | 3.5 mm | 3 | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /6° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 17 May | Overcast | 15° /6° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 18 May | Overcast | 17° /8° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 19 May | Overcast | 15° /7° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /7° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /7° | 1.1 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /9° | 12 mm | 4 | |
| 23 May | Overcast | 14° /8° | 6.1 mm | 4 | |
| 24 May | Overcast | 16° /7° | 1.5 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May | Partly cloudy | 17° /5° | 1.1 mm | 5 | |
| 26 May | Partly cloudy | 15° /7° | 7 mm | 4 | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 16° /8° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 28 May | Cloudy | 15° /6° | 2.1 mm | 4 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 18° /7° | 6.7 mm | 5 | |
| 30 May | Sunny | 17° /7° | 3.4 mm | 5 | |
| 31 May | Sunny | 17° /7° | 0 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Scotland 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 Scotland forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Scotland in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Scotland during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 16° and cooler nights around 6°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Scotland during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 109.7 mm is expected in Scotland during May, occurring over more than 7 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Scotland during May?
The average wind speed in Scotland during May is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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