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Burren Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Burren, Ireland in May.

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Doolin Lisdoonvarna Ballyvaughan Kinvara

Considering a trip to the Burren, Ireland this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Burren in May

The Burren, Ireland is a region in Ireland. May in the Burren generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Doolin.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Burren, Ireland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kinvara with an average of 86 mm (3.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Doolin with 99 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Doolin gets around 182 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore the Burren by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Burren — and find the best time to visit. (based on Doolin)

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August18°C (64°F) September17°C (63°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Burren in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Burren.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in the Burren

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Burren, Ireland?

Temperature range in the Burren (May)

Precipitation variation in the Burren (May)

Doolin

In May Doolin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Doolin →

Lisdoonvarna

In May Lisdoonvarna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Lisdoonvarna →

Ballyvaughan

In May Ballyvaughan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ballyvaughan →

Kinvara

In May Kinvara generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kinvara →

Fanore

In May Fanore generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Fanore →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Burren in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Doolin 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Lisdoonvarna 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Ballyvaughan 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Kinvara 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Fanore 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

The Burren weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Burren, Ireland in May?

May in the Burren, Ireland brings tolerable weather. In Doolin, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in the Burren, Ireland in May?

Average temperatures in the Burren, Ireland during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Doolin.

Does the Burren, Ireland get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Burren, Ireland during May, with Doolin averaging close to 99 mm (3.9 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Burren, Ireland?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to the Burren, Ireland. Typically, the climate in Doolin is tolerable. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Doolin. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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