East Lothian (Dunbar)
May
Weather in East Lothian for May 2026
Your guide to East Lothian weather in May - trends and predictions
Until now, May 2026 in East Lothian is slightly cooler than the historical average by -0.9 °C.
The forecast for the upcoming days in East Lothian predicts a temperature of 13.5 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in East Lothian at the beginning of May is 10.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 14 °C by the end of May.
East Lothian experiences moderate rainfall in May, with an average of 7 rainy days and a total precipitation of 28.6 mm.
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24
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7
Rainy days
0
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12°/8°
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25 km/h
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76 %
Avg humidity
East Lothian Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in East Lothian
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May weather in East Lothian day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May |  Overcast | 14° /7° | 4 mm | 4 | |
| 2 May |  Partly cloudy | 13° /7° | 2 mm | 3 | |
| 3 May | Overcast | 9° /6° | 2.2 mm | 2 | |
| 4 May | Overcast | 10° /5° | 0.3 mm | 3 | |
| 5 May | Partly cloudy | 9° /5° | 0.9 mm | 3 | |
| 6 May | Overcast | 9° /4° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| 7 May | Partly cloudy | 11° /5° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 8 May | Partly cloudy | 12° /6° | 1.9 mm | 4 | |
| 9 May |  Cloudy | 11° /6° | 0.9 mm | 3 | |
| 10 May | Partly cloudy | 13° /5° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 11 May | Overcast | 11° /6° | 1.2 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Overcast | 12° /7° | 0.6 mm | 3 | |
| 13 May | Overcast | 11° /7° | 1.8 mm | 2 | |
| 14 May | Partly cloudy | 10° /6° | 4.2 mm | 3 | |
| 15 May |  Sunny | 11° /5° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 13° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 17 May |  Patchy rain possible | 11° /6° | 1.7 mm | 4.1 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 11° /5° | 1.8 mm | 3.5 | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /7° | 5 mm | 3.8 | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /10° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Partly cloudy | 14° /10° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /12° | 0.4 mm | 3 | |
| 23 May | Sunny | 15° /10° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 24 May | Cloudy | 16° /10° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 25 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /12° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 26 May | Partly cloudy | 14° /10° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 12° /10° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /11° | 0.8 mm | 3 | |
| 29 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /9° | 0.3 mm | 3 | |
| 30 May | Overcast | 15° /9° | 3 mm | 4 | |
| 31 May | Cloudy | 14° /9° | 2.5 mm | 4 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for East Lothian 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 East Lothian forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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East Lothian in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in East Lothian during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 12° and lows near 8°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in East Lothian during May?
In May, East Lothian can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 28.6 mm across approximately 7 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
What are the typical wind conditions in East Lothian during May?
The average wind speed in East Lothian during May is 25 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in East Lothian
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Typically, East Lothian has 7 rainy days in May with a total of 28.6 mm of rainfall.
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