County Armagh Weather in May

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

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Lurgan

Thinking about venturing to County Armagh, Ireland this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in County Armagh in May

County Armagh, Ireland is a region in Ireland. May in County Armagh generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Lurgan.

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

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 76 mm (3 in) in Lurgan.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Lurgan typically sees 184 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore County Armagh by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September18°C (64°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in County Armagh in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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).

Popular Destinations in County Armagh

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in County Armagh, Ireland?

Lurgan

In May Lurgan 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.

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Max temperature
13°C (55°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
154 hours
184 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
76 mm (3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
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16 days
Weather conditions
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in County Armagh, in Ireland.

County Armagh weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in County Armagh, Ireland in May?

May in County Armagh, Ireland brings tolerable weather. In Lurgan, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in County Armagh, Ireland in May?

Lurgan averages a daytime maximum of 16°C (61°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does County Armagh, Ireland get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in County Armagh, Ireland. Lurgan averages only about 76 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit County Armagh, Ireland?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Lurgan, May might be a good time to visit County Armagh, Ireland. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Lurgan. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in County Armagh.

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