Last updated: August 27, 2025
In May, the average temperature in West Calder, United Kingdom hovers around 10°C (50°F). Be prepared for a temperature range that can dip to a chilly -2°C (29°F) and rise as high as a pleasant 25°C (78°F). Expect 72 mm (2.8 in) of precipitation spread over 16 days, with an average humidity level of 80%, making it a rather moist month.
In May in West Calder, the average temperature is 10°C (50°F), with maximums reaching 25°C (78°F) and minimums dropping as low as -2°C (29°F). This variation in temperature makes it essential for travelers to pack layers for comfortable exploration of West Calder.
In West Calder in May, the precipitation amount is 72 mm (2.8 in) over the course of 16 days.
In West Calder in May, humidity is 80%. With an average temperature of 10°C (50°F), this humidity feels like a damp chill enveloping you, making traveling somewhat uncomfortable as it seeps into your clothes and clings to your skin, leaving you longing for a cozy indoor refuge.
In West Calder in May, the maximum UV index is 6, which corresponds to a high Exposure Category. The time to burn is approximately 25 minutes. To find the hourly UV index in West Calder, you can refer to this Hourly UV Index in West Calder.
UV Risk Categories
Weather in West Calder varies notably across the year, with each month offering distinct climate conditions. This page compares May’s weather to other months in West Calder, focusing on differences in temperature, rainfall, humidity, and UV levels.
| Temperature | Precipitation | Humidity | UV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Weather | 4°C (39°F) | 71 mm (2.8 inches) | 90% | low |
| February Weather | 4°C (40°F) | 113 mm (4.4 inches) | 88% | low |
| March Weather | 5°C (41°F) | 98 mm (3.9 inches) | 86% | moderate |
| April Weather | 7°C (45°F) | 43 mm (1.7 inches) | 85% | moderate |
| May Weather | 10°C (50°F) | 72 mm (2.8 inches) | 80% | high |
| June Weather | 13°C (56°F) | 107 mm (4.2 inches) | 83% | very high |
| July Weather | 15°C (59°F) | 90 mm (3.5 inches) | 82% | very high |
| August Weather | 14°C (57°F) | 123 mm (4.8 inches) | 82% | high |
| September Weather | 12°C (54°F) | 82 mm (3.2 inches) | 88% | moderate |
| October Weather | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 inches) | 90% | moderate |
| November Weather | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 inches) | 92% | low |
| December Weather | 4°C (39°F) | 93 mm (3.7 inches) | 89% | low |