Malin Head weather in May (Donegal County, Ireland)

How does the weather in Malin Head usually fare in May? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In May, Malin Head typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 13°C. At night, it falls to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Malin Head in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Rain is expected on roughly 18 days.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 203 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Malin Head.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Malin Head, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 76%  

Sunshine 203 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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.

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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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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