Ballybunion weather in May (Kerry, Ireland)

What kind of weather does May bring to Ballybunion? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In May, Ballybunion usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 16°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Ballybunion in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. This month is perfect for outdoor adventures, thanks to its lack of rain. Make the most of this dry weather. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 182 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ballybunion, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 82 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 64% *  

Sunshine 182 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Limerick, Ireland (72 KM, 45 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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