Weather Comparison
Bath vs London
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
May Weather: Bath vs London
| Metric | Bath | London | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 16°C (61°F) | 17°C (63°F)▲ | London |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 8°C (46°F) | 8°C (46°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 12 days | 10 days▲ | London |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 64 mm | 52 mm▲ | London |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 10h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 20 km/h | 20 km/h | Tie |
Which City is Better in May?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, London edges ahead as the better destination in May. London offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Bath sees 10 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Bath sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. London is also comfortable at 17°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, London is the stronger choice in May.
Temperature Comparison in May
Bath reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
London averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.
Rainfall Comparison in May
Bath receives approximately 64 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
London sees 52 mm over 10 rain days. That makes London the drier option by 2 rain days and 12 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Bath vs London
Packing for Bath in May
Highs of 16°C, lows of 8°C, 12 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for London in May
Highs of 17°C, lows of 8°C, 10 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during May.
Year-Round Comparison: Bath vs London
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Bath | London | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 7°C | 12d | 7°C | 11d |
| Feb | 8°C | 10d | 8°C | 10d |
| Mar | 10°C | 11d | 10°C | 10d |
| Apr | 13°C | 12d | 14°C | 11d |
| May | 16°C | 12d | 17°C | 10d |
| Jun | 18°C | 11d | 20°C | 10d |
| Jul | 20°C | 12d | 22°C | 11d |
| Aug | 20°C | 11d | 21°C | 10d |
| Sep | 18°C | 10d | 19°C | 9d |
| Oct | 14°C | 12d | 15°C | 11d |
| Nov | 10°C | 13d | 10°C | 11d |
| Dec | 8°C | 12d | 8°C | 11d |
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