Edinburgh vs Birmingham

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Birmingham edges ahead as the better destination in May. Birmingham offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Edinburgh sees 11 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Edinburgh is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Birmingham is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham is the stronger choice in May. Edinburgh receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Edinburgh reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Birmingham averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Edinburgh receives approximately 57 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Birmingham sees 63 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 1 rain day and 6 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.