Castlerock weather in May (Londonderry County, United Kingdom)

How's the weather trend in Castlerock as May approaches? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Castlerock includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 13°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Castlerock in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. This month sees the least rain, offering perfect conditions for outdoor adventures. Enjoy clear skies and make the most of the dry weather. Historically, the month has about 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 203 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June typically offers 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 Castlerock climate page with graphs.

 

Castlerock, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 81 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Derry, Ireland (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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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

6/10

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