Clonakilty weather in May (County Cork, Ireland)

What kind of weather does May bring to Clonakilty? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In May, Clonakilty tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 15°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Clonakilty in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Historically, approximately 18 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

With around 194 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August 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 Clonakilty climate page with graphs.

 

Clonakilty, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 194 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 40% *  

* Data from: Cork, Ireland (36 KM, 22 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

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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