Greencastle weather in May (Donegal County, Ireland)

What's the typical weather in Greencastle for May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

During May, Greencastle usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 13°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 9°C.

Precipitation

Greencastle in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Past climate data indicates that roughly 18 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With around 203 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May, June, July, August, September and October 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 Greencastle climate page with graphs.

 

Greencastle, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 86 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Derry, Ireland (31 KM, 19 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

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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