Portstewart weather in May (Londonderry County, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Portstewart during May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Portstewart tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 13°C. At night, they generally drop to 8°C.

Precipitation

Portstewart in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 203 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June typically offers 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 Portstewart climate page with graphs.

 

Portstewart, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 79 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Derry, Ireland (42 KM, 26 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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