May Rainfall Precipitation in County Cork

County Cork is a region in Ireland. In May precipitation ranges from moderate in Cobh with 67 mm of rainfall to high in Glengarriff with 102 mm of rainfall. It is the driest month of the year.

Where and how much does it rain in County Cork in May?

Find the average total precipitation in May for the most popular destinations in County Cork on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Heavy rainfall has been defined as more than 160 mm precipitation. High: 90 mm to 160 mm. Moderate: 30 mm to 90 mm. Low: 5 mm to 30 mm.

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How much rainfall does County Cork receive in May?

With an average of 72 mm of rain, Cork in May often alternates between wet and dry periods. Going by our weather data, this month in usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

What is the wettest city in May in County Cork?

Based on our records, Glengarriff is the location with the highest average precipitation, receiving about 102 mm.

What is the driest city in May in County Cork?

Among all locations in our dataset, Cobh has the lowest average precipitation at 67 mm.

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