Kinsale weather in May (County Cork, Ireland)

Is Kinsale a good destination in May, weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In May, Kinsale typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 14°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 10°C.

Precipitation

Kinsale in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 194 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kinsale, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Water Temperature 11°C *  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 194 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 40% *  

* Data from: Cork, Ireland (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in May

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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 11°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

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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