Monthly climate guide
Bath weather in May
May in Bath is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 16°C (61°F) and night-time lows near 7°C (45°F). The month usually brings about 56 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than April and 3°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 68%.
- Bath is usually about 3°C warmer than Bournemouth, 80 km away, in May.
- May brings late spring to Bath.
Avg high
16°C
61°F
Avg low
7°C
45°F
Rainfall
56 mm
some rain
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
68%
cloud · often cloudy
Bath weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 45°F | 2°C / 36°F | 80 mm | 94% | 80% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | 2°C / 36°F | 64 mm | 92% | 79% |
| March | 10°C / 50°F | 3°C / 37°F | 60 mm | 88% | 74% |
| April | 13°C / 56°F | 4°C / 40°F | 50 mm | 84% | 69% |
| May | 16°C / 61°F | 7°C / 45°F | 56 mm | 81% | 68% |
| June | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 51°F | 72 mm | 81% | 71% |
| July | 22°C / 71°F | 12°C / 54°F | 60 mm | 77% | 66% |
| August | 21°C / 70°F | 12°C / 54°F | 81 mm | 80% | 74% |
| September | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 50°F | 58 mm | 83% | 69% |
| October | 15°C / 59°F | 8°C / 46°F | 84 mm | 89% | 76% |
| November | 10°C / 51°F | 5°C / 41°F | 90 mm | 93% | 80% |
| December | 9°C / 48°F | 4°C / 39°F | 102 mm | 94% | 83% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Bath?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Bath →Other United Kingdom cities in May
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Bath in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Bath?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Bath, with highs around 16°C and about 56 mm of rain.
How warm is Bath in May?
Average highs are about 16°C (61°F) and average lows about 7°C (45°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Bath in May?
Bath typically gets around 56 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Bath (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.