Cool
Average highs are around 16°C, so pack for cooler days.
May verdict
Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom in May
Weather score33Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 16°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 6.9h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 54mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
May weather
Monthly averages
Temp
16°C
Rain
54mm
Sun
6.9h
Sea
11°C
Weather score
33
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 54mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 6.9h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 11°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
May16°C average high
May is close to Bournemouth's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJune to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
May54mm average rain
May sits on the drier side of Bournemouth's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsFebruary to September
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
May6.9 hours average sun
May is one of Bournemouth's sunniest months, with some of the strongest bright-day conditions in the yearly averages.
Brightest monthsMay to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
May11°C average sea
May is below Bournemouth's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJuly to October
Sea temperatures are usually near 16°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
May33 weather score
May sits close to Bournemouth's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJune to August
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
