May · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Big Ben in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Big Ben in May
Average temperature 13°C, 55 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.5/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 55 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Big Ben scores 8.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 13°C, 55 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Elizabeth Tower rises at the north end of the Palace of Westminster, its clock dials and the hour bell called Big Ben seen best from Westminster Bridge.
May ranks 4th of 12 for Big Ben — one of the best windows
May averages 13°C (56°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rainfall runs 55 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.4 hours of daylight.
A 8.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Big Ben (4th of 12); only June scores higher, at 9.4/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Big Ben in May?
- In May, Big Ben averages 13°C, 55 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Big Ben?
- May earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Big Ben in May?
- Expect about 55 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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