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Ballinskelligs weather in May (Kerry, Ireland)

What weather conditions can you expect in Ballinskelligs this May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

During May, Ballinskelligs usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 14°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 10°C.

Precipitation

Ballinskelligs in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 19 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 180 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Ballinskelligs. May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ballinskelligs, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 96 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 180 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 42% *  
* Data from: Valentia, Ireland (12 KM, 7 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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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 11°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
9/10

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