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Weather in Bournemouth for May 2026

Your guide to Bournemouth weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, May 2026 in Bournemouth is slightly cooler than the historical average by -1.2 °C.

  • The forecast for the next days in Bournemouth predicts temperatures to be around 18 °C, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Bournemouth at the beginning of May is 14.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 18.3 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Bournemouth in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 18 rainy days and a total precipitation of 53 mm.

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Average dry days
13
Dry days
Average rainy days
18
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
16°/8°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
22 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
82 %
Avg humidity

Bournemouth Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Patchy rain possible
16°
2
Cloudy
15°
3
Overcast
15°
4
Patchy rain possible
14°
5
Patchy rain possible
15°
6
Patchy rain possible
14°
7
Patchy rain possible
15°
8
Patchy rain possible
15°
9
Moderate or heavy rain shower
16°
10
Patchy rain possible
15°
11
Patchy rain possible
15°
12
Patchy rain possible
15°
13
Patchy rain possible
16°
14
Patchy rain possible
16°
15
Overcast
14°
16
Cloudy
15°
17
Patchy rain possible
16°
18
Patchy rain possible
16°
19
Patchy rain possible
17°
20
Patchy rain possible
16°
21
Sunny
17°
22
Patchy rain possible
18°
23
Patchy rain possible
22°
24
Patchy rain possible
21°
25
Sunny
21°
26
Patchy rain possible
23°
27
Patchy rain possible
21°
28
Patchy rain possible
15°
29
Patchy rain possible
15°
30
Partly cloudy
15°
31
Partly cloudy
18°

Temperatures trend during May in Bournemouth

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Bournemouth day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /9° 3.2 mm 4
2 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 15° /9° 5.1 mm 3
3 May Overcast
Overcast
 15° /8° 0.2 mm 3
4 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /7° 0.1 mm 3
5 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /7° 1.1 mm 3
6 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /7° 3.9 mm 3
7 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /7° 0.1 mm 4
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /8° 4.2 mm 4
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 16° /7° 3.5 mm 5
10 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /8° 0.4 mm 4
11 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /7° 0.9 mm 5
12 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /8° 0.9 mm 4
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /8° 4.2 mm 4
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /8° 0.8 mm 4
15 May Overcast
Overcast
 14° /6° 0.7 mm 3
16 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 15° /6° 0.4 mm 4
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /7° 0.3 mm 4
18 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /8° 2.9 mm 4
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /8° 3.5 mm 4
20 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /12° 0.9 mm 5.9
21 May Sunny
Sunny
 17° /11° 0 mm 5.3
22 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /13° 2.2 mm 4
23 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /14° 0.5 mm 4
24 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /14° 0.3 mm 4
25 May Sunny
Sunny
 21° /15° 0 mm 5
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /16° 1 mm 4
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /15° 0.7 mm 4
28 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /12° 0.3 mm 3
29 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /8° 0.3 mm 3
30 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 15° /7° 0.1 mm 4
31 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 18° /11° 0 mm 4
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Bournemouth in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Bournemouth during May?

Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 16° and cooler nights around 8°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Bournemouth during May?

Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Bournemouth during May, with a total of 53 mm spread over approximately 18 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

What are the typical wind conditions in Bournemouth during May?

The average wind speed in Bournemouth during May is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Bournemouth water temperatures in May

The average water temperature of the Atlantic Ocean near Bournemouth in May is 10.5 °C. At the beginning of May temperatures are around 10.4 °C; by the end of the month they stay fairly steady and reach 10.8 °C.

What is the water temperature in Bournemouth in May?
The average water temperature in Bournemouth in May is 10.5 °C.
Can you swim in Bournemouth in May?
Dangerously cold water: hypothermia risk is high. Only experienced cold-water swimmers with proper gear should consider entering.

May rainfall patterns in Bournemouth

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Bournemouths May weather 💧
Typically, Bournemouth has 18 rainy days in May with a total of 53 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Bournemouth during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️

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