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Armagh Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F), May in Armagh brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 77 mm (3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Armagh in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 17 days will see rain, totalling around 77 mm (3 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Armagh in May

May in Armagh brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Armagh in May

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 184 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances for Armagh.

Armagh Temperature in May

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
77 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
89% *
Sunshine
184 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
39% *
* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (43 KM, 27 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Armagh in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Armagh in May

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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