Lancashire (Preston)
May
Weather in Lancashire for May 2026
Your guide to Lancashire weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Lancashire at the beginning of May is 14.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 16.4 °C by the end of May.
Lancashire experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 72.8 mm.
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8
Dry days
23
Rainy days
0
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16°/8°
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19 km/h
Avg max wind
79 %
Avg humidity
Lancashire Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Lancashire
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May weather in Lancashire day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May |  Patchy rain possible | 17° /7° | 1 mm | 4 | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 1.1 mm | 3 | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /5° | 2.9 mm | 3 | |
| 5 May |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /6° | 3.1 mm | 4 | |
| 6 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /7° | 2.5 mm | 4 | |
| 7 May |  Overcast | 16° /8° | 1.4 mm | 4 | |
| 8 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /8° | 6.4 mm | 4 | |
| 9 May | Moderate rain at times | 17° /7° | 0.6 mm | 4 | |
| 10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /7° | 1.9 mm | 4 | |
| 11 May | Moderate rain at times | 18° /9° | 1.2 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Light rain shower | 20° /9° | 4.4 mm | 5 | |
| 13 May | Overcast | 19° /8° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /8° | 6.4 mm | 4 | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /7° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /6° | 1.4 mm | 4 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /7° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 18 May | Overcast | 17° /8° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| 19 May | Moderate rain at times | 17° /7° | 1.9 mm | 4 | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /6° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /7° | 2.1 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May |  Cloudy | 15° /7° | 4.2 mm | 4 | |
| 23 May | Overcast | 14° /7° | 2.4 mm | 4 | |
| 24 May |  Partly cloudy | 15° /9° | 4.6 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May | Light rain shower | 16° /8° | 3.1 mm | 4 | |
| 26 May | Light rain shower | 15° /8° | 4 mm | 3 | |
| 27 May | Light rain shower | 15° /9° | 3.5 mm | 3 | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /8° | 2.6 mm | 4 | |
| 29 May | Partly cloudy | 17° /8° | 5.1 mm | 4 | |
| 30 May | Light rain shower | 18° /8° | 2.1 mm | 5 | |
| 31 May |  Sunny | 19° /8° | 0.8 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lancashire 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 Lancashire forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Lancashire in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lancashire 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 Lancashire during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Lancashire during May, with a total of 72.8 mm spread over approximately 23 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Lancashire during May?
The average wind speed in Lancashire during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Lancashire
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Typically, Lancashire has 23 rainy days in May with a total of 72.8 mm of rainfall.
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