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Portaferry weather in May (Down County, United Kingdom)

Can you expect sunny skies in Portaferry in May? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Portaferry includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 14°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Portaferry in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 15 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 184 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

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

 

Portaferry, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 89% *  
SunshineSunshine 184 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 39% *  
* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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
10/10

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