May could be a good time to visit Liverpool, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +59°F, and there are typically 4 sunny days in May. However, expect about 19 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 72 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
May is usually the driest month of the year in Liverpool
Average weather
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+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+81°F
Max.
72 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Liverpool has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Liverpool in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Liverpool for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in May is +63°F with a maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +45°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 43% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +57°F to +68°F.
Is Liverpool warm or cold in May?
Liverpool is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +54°F to +59°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +41°F to +46°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Liverpool:
Water temperature in Liverpool in May
Water in Liverpool in May is Cold. It varies from +49°F to +54°F, with an average of +52°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +59°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Liverpool are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +62°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +45°F.
Can you swim in Liverpool in May?
We would not recommend swimming in Liverpool in May, the water is very cold (+52°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Liverpool in May
Liverpool weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+54°F
+59°F
+64°F
Min. temperature
+25°F
+28°F
+36°F
Max. temperature
+77°F
+81°F
+86°F
Rainfall
62 mm
72 mm
81 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+48°F
+52°F
+56°F
Humidity
76%
74%
76%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
4
4
3
Cloudy days
8
8
7
Rainy days
18
19
19
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +54°F to +59°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 62 mm to 72 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 4 sunny days during the month.
Wind speed in Liverpool in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Liverpool is gradually increasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Liverpool based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 46 mm, with a 42% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Liverpool wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 83 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 50% chance of precipitation and 51 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Liverpool?
This is the weather in Liverpool in May 2024:
1 May
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+57°F
2 May
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+62°F
3 May
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+61°F
4 May
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+63°F
5 May
🌧️
+62°F
6 May
🌧️
+62°F
7 May
☀️
+66°F
8 May
🌧️
+62°F
9 May
☁️
+60°F
10 May
🌧️
+58°F
11 May
🌧️
+61°F
12 May
☁️
+61°F
13 May
☀️
+67°F
14 May
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+64°F
15 May
☁️
+56°F
16 May
☁️
+58°F
17 May
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+62°F
18 May
☀️
+63°F
19 May
☁️
+60°F
20 May
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+69°F
21 May
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+69°F
22 May
☀️
+61°F
23 May
☀️
+60°F
24 May
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+59°F
25 May
☀️
+64°F
26 May
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+68°F
27 May
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+69°F
28 May
☀️
+65°F
29 May
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+67°F
30 May
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+67°F
31 May
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+68°F
In May 2024 Liverpool had 18 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Liverpool climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Liverpool in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+53°F) and the highest in 2022 (+58°F). The driest year was 1995 with only 569 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1685 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Liverpool in May:
Is May a good time to visit Liverpool?
It’s always a good time to visit Liverpool, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Liverpool in May?
May has mild temperatures in Liverpool. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Liverpool in May?
Swimming in Liverpool in May is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Liverpool rainy in May?
Liverpool is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Liverpool in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Liverpool in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in United Kingdom
Check out the weather for other cities in United Kingdom.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Liverpool, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
