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Swansea weather in May

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

May at a glance

In May, Swansea averages 17°C by day and 10°C at night. The wettest month is usually March.

May in Swansea averages a daytime high of 17°C and an overnight low of 10°C, which reads as mild for this part of the world. Across the whole year Swansea sees roughly 1786 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 Swansea forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Swansea weather by month

what to expect in Swansea through the year

Here is Swansea'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 Swansea by season.

Jan
Cool
Feb
10°
Cool
Mar
10°
Cool
Wettest
Apr
12°
Cool
May
17°
10°
Mild
Jun
19°
12°
Mild
Jul
18°
13°
Mild
Aug
19°
13°
Mild
Sep
18°
13°
Mild
Oct
15°
10°
Mild
Nov
11°
Cool
Dec
10°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Swansea in May?
Swansea averages a daytime high of 17°C in May, with overnight lows around 10°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 Swansea?
The most comfortable time to visit Swansea is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest March rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Swansea in May?
The wettest month in Swansea is usually March. Across the year the city sees roughly 1786 mm of precipitation.

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