Cambridge weather in May
Cool, with some rainy days. Average highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C, with around 11 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While May isn't our top-rated month for Cambridge, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
17°C
Average low
8°C
Rainy days
11 days
Best months to visit
Year-round
What to do in Cambridge in May
Whatever the weather, Cambridge rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Punt on the Cam past colleges
Tour King's College Chapel's perpendicular Gothic
Browse the Wren Library's rare manuscripts
Cycle along the Backs and through meadows
Visit the Fitzwilliam Museum (free)
Explore independent bookshops and cafés in the Lanes
What to pack for May
Layer up — a mid-weight jacket, jumpers, and comfortable trousers. Waterproof shoes are recommended. Scarves and gloves may be useful in the evenings.
Browse other months
January
7C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
11C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
13C
Cool, with occasional showers.
May (you are here)
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
June
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
July
22C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
August
22C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
September
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
October
15C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
11C
Cool, with some rainy days.
December
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
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