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Malahide Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Malahide in May? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 15°C (59°F) during the day, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Malahide in May

On average, there are about 16 days with rain during this month, averaging 65 mm (2.6 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Malahide in May

Temperatures in Malahide in May top out at 15°C (59°F) and drop to 9°C (48°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Malahide in May

With about 188 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Wind Speed in Malahide in May

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during May. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

Average water temperature in May

At 10°C (50°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Malahide.

Malahide Temperature in May

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Water Temperature
10°C (50°F) *
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
65 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
68% *
Windspeed
4 m/s (8 knots) *
Sunshine
188 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
42% *
* Data from: Dublin, Ireland (6 KM, 4 Miles).

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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 Malahide in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With water temperatures around 10°C (50°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Malahide in May

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
    10/10

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