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Leicester weather in May

Long-run climate averages for Leicester, England in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

May at a glance

In May, Leicester averages 17°C by day and 9°C at night. The wettest month is usually September.

May in Leicester averages a daytime high of 17°C and an overnight low of 9°C, which reads as mild for this part of the world. Across the whole year Leicester sees roughly 913 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Leicester forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Leicester weather by month

what to expect in Leicester through the year

Here is Leicester's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Leicester by season.

Jan
Cold
Feb
10°
Cool
Mar
10°
Cool
Apr
12°
Cool
May
17°
Mild
Jun
20°
11°
Mild
Jul
20°
12°
Mild
Aug
21°
12°
Mild
Sep
19°
11°
Mild
Wettest
Oct
15°
Mild
Nov
Cool
Dec
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Leicester in May?
Leicester averages a daytime high of 17°C in May, with overnight lows around 9°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is May a good time to visit Leicester?
The most comfortable time to visit Leicester is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest September rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Leicester in May?
The wettest month in Leicester is usually September. Across the year the city sees roughly 913 mm of precipitation.

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