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Mallow Weather in May

May in Mallow brings moderate temperatures around 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 78 mm (3.1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Mallow in May

You can typically expect 18 days of rain this month, averaging around 78 mm (3.1 in). Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Mallow in May

If you're visiting Mallow in May, expect highs of 16°C (61°F) and overnight lows around 7°C (45°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Mallow in May

The month enjoys around 194 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

For Mallow itself, July generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Mallow Temperature in May

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
59%
Precipitation
78 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
71% *
Sunshine
194 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
40% *
* Data from: Cork, Ireland (33 KM, 20 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 Mallow 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Mallow 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
    9/10

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