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Weather in Peterborough for May 2026

Your guide to Peterborough weather in May - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Snowfall in Peterborough during May is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
    According to Peterborough snow forecast for May 2026, 3 snowy days are expected at the beginning of May. The first snowfall for May is expected in Friday, 1 May.

    • Temperatures

  • Expect cooler weather in first days of May 2026 in Peterborough with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 9.3 °C, lower than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Peterborough at the beginning of May is 9.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 19.9 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Peterborough experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 127.6 mm.

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Average dry days
9
Dry days
Average rainy days
22
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
17°/7°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
76 %
Avg humidity

Peterborough Weather May

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

Temperatures trend during May in Peterborough

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May weather in Peterborough day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /-2° 1.2 mm 0 cm
2 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 7° /-2° 0.3 mm 0 cm
3 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 5° /-1° 0.6 mm 0.2 cm
4 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /0° 0.1 mm 0 cm
5 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 11° /-2° 2.6 mm 0 cm
6 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 14° /5° 9.9 mm 0 cm
7 May Sunny
Sunny
 11° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /0° 0.4 mm 0 cm
9 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 9° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
10 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 10° /-1° 0 mm 0 cm
11 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 11° /-2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
12 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 21° /7° 0.1 mm 0 cm
13 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 19° /9° 2.8 mm 0 cm
14 May Overcast
Overcast
 17° /9° 8.7 mm 0 cm
15 May Sunny
Sunny
 19° /8° 0 mm 0 cm
16 May Overcast
Overcast
 19° /9° 0.2 mm 0 cm
17 May Sunny
Sunny
 17° /6° 10.9 mm 0 cm
18 May Sunny
Sunny
 17° /6° 0.1 mm 0 cm
19 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 20° /6° 1.8 mm 0 cm
20 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 19° /8° 12.7 mm 0 cm
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /10° 4.3 mm 0 cm
22 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 17° /8° 19.6 mm 0 cm
23 May Sunny
Sunny
 17° /7° 10.6 mm 0 cm
24 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /7° 3.1 mm 0 cm
25 May Sunny
Sunny
 16° /4° 1.4 mm 0 cm
26 May Mist
Mist
 21° /7° 0 mm 0 cm
27 May Sunny
Sunny
 21° /8° 3.5 mm 0 cm
28 May Sunny
Sunny
 20° /10° 1.2 mm 0 cm
29 May Sunny
Sunny
 19° /10° 9.5 mm 0 cm
30 May Sunny
Sunny
 21° /9° 2.3 mm 0 cm
31 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 21° /9° 8 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Peterborough 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 Peterborough forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Peterborough in May - FAQ

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

Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 17° and cooler nights around 7°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Peterborough during May?

Significant rainfall exceeding 127.6 mm is expected in Peterborough during May, occurring over more than 22 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in Peterborough during May?

The average wind speed in Peterborough during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Peterborough snow forecast May 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Peterborough’s snowy potential this May ❄️

May rainfall patterns in Peterborough

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Peterboroughs May weather 💧
Typically, Peterborough has 22 rainy days in May with a total of 127.6 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Peterborough during May

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

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