Weather in May in Ireland
Planning a getaway to Ireland this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Ireland in May?
May in Ireland generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C in Greencastle to 16°C in Tullamore. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Tullamore and 9°C in Greencastle.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rosslare with an average of 61 mm to high rainfall in Glencar with 112 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 188 hours of sunlight anticipated in Dublin. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ireland in May, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Ireland climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Ireland?
Dublin
In May Dublin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Killarney
In May Killarney generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Galway
In May Galway generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Kenmare
In May Kenmare generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Cork
In May Cork generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Ireland?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Ireland with overall tolerable weather in Dublin. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Ireland is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Dublin. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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