Macroom weather in May (County Cork, Ireland)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Macroom this May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

May in Macroom generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 15°C, cooling off to about 7°C at night.

Precipitation

Macroom in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. This month experiences about 18 days of rain according to historical data.

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.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Macroom, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 194 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 40% *  

* Data from: Cork, Ireland (32 KM, 19 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.

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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