Doolin weather in May (Clare, Ireland)

What should you pack for a trip to Doolin in May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Doolin includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 15°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Doolin in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 182 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Doolin, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 99 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 64% *  

Sunshine 182 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Limerick, Ireland (63 KM, 39 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.

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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

Interested in more climate information?

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