Dunquin weather in May (Kerry, Ireland)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Dunquin during May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Dunquin generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 14°C, cooling down at night to around 10°C.

Precipitation

Dunquin in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. Expect the least amount of rain this month, providing an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities. Enjoy the freedom of clear skies and dry conditions. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 19 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 180 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Dunquin. May, June and August typically offer 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 Dunquin climate page with graphs.

 

Dunquin, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 180 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 42% *  

* Data from: Valentia, Ireland (26 KM, 16 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

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