May · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Liverpool in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Liverpool in May
Average temperature 13°C, 76 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.2/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 76 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Liverpool scores 8.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 13°C, 76 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The waterfront puts the Albert Dock, Beatles landmarks, and Mersey ferries within a short walk in Liverpool.
May in Liverpool: strong conditions, 3rd of 12
May averages 13°C (55°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rainfall runs 76 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.9 hours of daylight.
It scores 8.2/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 8.9/10 in the destination's best month.
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 Liverpool in May?
- In May, Liverpool averages 13°C, 76 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Liverpool?
- May earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Liverpool in May?
- Expect about 76 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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