Monthly climate guide
Aviemore weather in May
Expect cool weather in Aviemore in May: afternoons reach about 11°C (51°F), while nights drop to around 3°C (38°F). Around 98 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and 3°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Just 40 km apart, but Aviemore runs about 2°C cooler than Inverness this month.
- In Aviemore, May is late spring.
Avg high
11°C
51°F
Avg low
3°C
38°F
Rainfall
98 mm
wet
Humidity
87%
relative
Sky
76%
cloud · often cloudy
Aviemore weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C / 35°F | -2°C / 29°F | 118 mm | 97% | 78% |
| February | 2°C / 36°F | -2°C / 29°F | 97 mm | 96% | 76% |
| March | 4°C / 39°F | -1°C / 30°F | 85 mm | 94% | 78% |
| April | 7°C / 45°F | 1°C / 33°F | 80 mm | 90% | 76% |
| May | 11°C / 51°F | 3°C / 38°F | 98 mm | 87% | 76% |
| June | 13°C / 56°F | 6°C / 43°F | 123 mm | 87% | 84% |
| July | 15°C / 59°F | 8°C / 47°F | 131 mm | 88% | 82% |
| August | 14°C / 57°F | 8°C / 46°F | 143 mm | 90% | 81% |
| September | 12°C / 53°F | 6°C / 43°F | 100 mm | 92% | 76% |
| October | 8°C / 47°F | 4°C / 39°F | 129 mm | 95% | 75% |
| November | 5°C / 40°F | 1°C / 34°F | 115 mm | 97% | 73% |
| December | 3°C / 38°F | 0°C / 31°F | 130 mm | 97% | 79% |
What to pack for May
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Aviemore?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Aviemore →Other United Kingdom cities in May
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Aviemore in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Aviemore?
May is cool in Aviemore, with highs around 11°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Aviemore in May?
Average highs are about 11°C (51°F) and average lows about 3°C (38°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Aviemore in May?
Aviemore typically gets around 98 mm of rain in May — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Aviemore (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.