Lismore weather in May (Waterford County, Ireland)

How is May weather typically in Lismore? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In May, Lismore usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 15°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 8°C.

Precipitation

Lismore in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 194 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, 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 Lismore climate page with graphs.

 

Lismore, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 194 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 40% *  

* Data from: Cork, Ireland (50 KM, 31 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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