Achill Sound weather in May (Mayo, Ireland)

Interested in knowing the climate of Achill Sound in May? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In May, Achill Sound usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 15°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Achill Sound in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. With virtually no rain, this driest month of the year is perfect for exploring the outdoors. You can typically expect 19 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With approximately 193 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

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

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

 

Achill Sound, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 193 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 44% *  

* Data from: Belmullet, Ireland (34 KM, 21 Miles).

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

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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