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Londonderry Weather in May

May in Londonderry brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights dropping to 7°C (45°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 90 mm (3.5 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Londonderry in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 18 days of rain, with 90 mm (3.5 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Londonderry in May

Daytime temperatures in Londonderry reach 15°C (59°F) in May, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Londonderry in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 203 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Londonderry.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, July, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for Londonderry.

Londonderry Temperature in May

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
90 mm (3.5 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Sunshine
203 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Londonderry in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Londonderry in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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