Cumbria (Carlisle)
May
Weather in Cumbria for May 2026
Your guide to Cumbria weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Cumbria at the beginning of May is 13.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 16 °C by the end of May.
Cumbria in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 17 rainy days and a total precipitation of 66.7 mm.
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14
Dry days
17
Rainy days
0
Snow days
16°/6°
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17 km/h
Avg max wind
81 %
Avg humidity
Cumbria Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Cumbria
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May weather in Cumbria day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May |  Patchy rain possible | 17° /6° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 2 May |  Overcast | 14° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 3 May | Light rain shower | 14° /5° | 0.5 mm | 3 | |
| 4 May | Light rain shower | 10° /4° | 1.1 mm | 3 | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /3° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 6 May | Light rain shower | 15° /4° | 3.6 mm | 4 | |
| 7 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /6° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /5° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 9 May | Overcast | 15° /6° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 10 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 11 May | Light rain shower | 19° /8° | 3.5 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Light rain shower | 19° /8° | 5.9 mm | 4 | |
| 13 May | Light rain shower | 20° /9° | 1.2 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May |  Light rain | 17° /7° | 3.1 mm | 4 | |
| 15 May | Patchy light drizzle | 17° /6° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
| 16 May | Light rain shower | 19° /6° | 0.9 mm | 5 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /6° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 18 May | Light rain shower | 18° /6° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /6° | 2.1 mm | 4 | |
| 20 May |  Cloudy | 17° /4° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Cloudy | 18° /7° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /7° | 7.6 mm | 4 | |
| 23 May | Overcast | 14° /5° | 3.1 mm | 4 | |
| 24 May | Light rain shower | 15° /7° | 6.7 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May | Light rain shower | 17° /6° | 2.5 mm | 4 | |
| 26 May | Light rain shower | 15° /8° | 7 mm | 3 | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 14° /6° | 1.4 mm | 3 | |
| 28 May | Overcast | 14° /6° | 1.4 mm | 3 | |
| 29 May | Light rain shower | 16° /7° | 6.9 mm | 4 | |
| 30 May | Light rain shower | 18° /7° | 4 mm | 5 | |
| 31 May |  Sunny | 18° /7° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Cumbria 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 Cumbria forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Cumbria in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cumbria 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 Cumbria during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Cumbria during May, with a total of 66.7 mm spread over approximately 17 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Cumbria during May?
The average wind speed in Cumbria during May is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Cumbria
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Typically, Cumbria has 17 rainy days in May with a total of 66.7 mm of rainfall.
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