Dun Laoghaire weather in May (Dublin County, Ireland)

Is Dun Laoghaire a good destination in May, weather-wise? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During May, Dun Laoghaire usually has 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

Dun Laoghaire in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 16 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 188 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Dun Laoghaire, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Water Temperature 10°C *  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 68 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 188 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 42% *  

* Data from: Dublin, Ireland (17 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.

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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. With a water temperature of around 10°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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