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 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 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 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham is the stronger choice in May. Edinburgh receives 4 more hours 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 21°C (70°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 8°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

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 67 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 7 rain days and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.