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Cookstown Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F), May in Cookstown brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 78 mm (3.1 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Cookstown in May

Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month, with 78 mm (3.1 in) on average. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Cookstown in May

May in Cookstown sees highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Cookstown in May

With about 184 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

For Cookstown 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.

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Cookstown Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 89% *  
SunshineSunshine 184 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 39% *  
* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in May

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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 Cookstown in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Cookstown in May

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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