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Ballyliffin Weather in May

May in Ballyliffin brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is at its lowest this month, making it one of the more reliable months to be outdoors.

Rainfall in Ballyliffin in May

Dry conditions dominate this month. A good time for outdoor fun and exploration, even if the temperatures are on the cool side. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 18 days with rain, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Ballyliffin in May

Ballyliffin in May gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Ballyliffin in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 203 hours of sunshine. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunny skies make it a pleasant time to visit Ballyliffin.

For Ballyliffin itself, July generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Ballyliffin Temperature in May

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
79 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
203 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Malin Head, Ireland (11 KM, 7 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 Ballyliffin in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Ballyliffin in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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