Carndonagh weather in May (Ireland)

What should you pack for a trip to Carndonagh in May? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

In May, Carndonagh usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 14°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 9°C.

Precipitation

Carndonagh in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 18 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 203 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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

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

 

Carndonagh, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 83 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Malin Head, Ireland (16 KM, 10 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Carndonagh.

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