May Rainfall and Precipitation in County Cork

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in County Cork, Ireland in May.

County Cork, Ireland, a region in Ireland, experiences precipitation in May ranging from moderate in Cobh (67 mm (2.6 in)) to high in Glengarriff (102 mm (4 in)). On average, May is the driest month of the year in County Cork, Ireland.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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County Cork precipitation in May: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does County Cork, Ireland receive in May?

Cork stays mostly dry in May, with average rainfall close to 72 mm (2.8 in).

How many days does it rain in County Cork, Ireland in May?

Cork sees roughly 17 days rainy days during May.

Is May part of the rainy season in County Cork, Ireland?

No. May sits outside the typical rainy season in County Cork, Ireland, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in May in County Cork, Ireland?

Glengarriff is the wettest city in County Cork, Ireland in May according to our database, with average rainfall of around 102 mm (4 in).

What is the driest city in May in County Cork, Ireland?

Cobh is the driest city we have data for in County Cork, Ireland in May, with monthly rainfall close to 67 mm (2.6 in).

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