Average weather for Isles of Scilly in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Isles of Scilly with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 13°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Isles of Scilly with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 11°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 15°C, with nights around 11°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Isles of Scilly is around 16°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In May, there is an average of 40 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Isles of Scilly in May |
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15°C | 22°C | |
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17°C | 28°C | |
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13°C | -5°C | |
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40 mm | 105 mm | |
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8 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Isles of Scilly?
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Isles of Scilly. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 22°C in 2020, Isles of Scilly reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Isles of Scilly
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Isles of Scilly, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in May in Isles of Scilly
Lots of sunshine and pleasant temperature, around 15 degrees... more
Daily Precipitation in May in Isles of Scilly
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Isles of Scilly, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Isles of Scilly.
Daily UV index in May in Isles of Scilly
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Isles of Scilly, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Isles of Scilly over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Isles of Scilly, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Isles of Scilly over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Isles of Scilly, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Isles of Scilly
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Isles of Scilly. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































Weather experiences in May in Isles of Scilly
The weather in May in Isles of Scilly is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Isles of Scilly? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewLots of sunshine and pleasant temperature, around 15 degrees. Not too hot, but comfortable. Sometimes it rains, so bring an umbrella. Happy vacations!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Isles of Scilly by month
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