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Clare Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Clare, Ireland this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Clare in May

Clare, Ireland is a region in Ireland. May in Clare 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 explore the conditions in Clare, Ireland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Shannon with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Doolin with 99 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Doolin, you can expect around 182 hours of sunlight in May, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Clare in May

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

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 Clare

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

Temperature range in Clare (May)

Precipitation variation in Clare (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 →

Ennis

In May Ennis 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
85 mm (3.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ennis →

Bunratty

In May Bunratty 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
84 mm (3.3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Bunratty →

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 →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Clare, in Ireland.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Doolin 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Ennis 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Bunratty 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 83 mm (3.3 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)
Lahinch 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Clare weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Clare, Ireland in May. The popular destination of Doolin averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

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

In Doolin, the average daytime high in May is 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Clare, Ireland get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Clare, Ireland. Doolin averages only about 99 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Clare, Ireland?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Clare, Ireland with overall tolerable weather in Doolin. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, July and August provide tolerable weather in Doolin. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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