Dublin weather in May (Dublin County, Ireland)

How does the May weather in Dublin compare to other months? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Dublin typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 16°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Dublin in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 188 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Dublin, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Water Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 67 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 68%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 188 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 42%  

Where to go in Ireland in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

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. With a water temperature of around 10°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Dublin.

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