Derry weather in May (Donegal County, Ireland)

Curious about the May weather in Derry? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Derry generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 15°C. But by evening, they drop to around 7°C.

Derry in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 203 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Derry climate page with graphs.

 

Derry, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 90 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 203 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Ireland in May

Find out more about the weather in Ireland in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Derry in May?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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