Killarney

Kerry Weather in May

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

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Killarney Kenmare Dingle Tralee

Planning a journey to Kerry, Ireland this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Kerry in May

Kerry, Ireland is a region in Ireland. May in Kerry generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Dunquin to 16°C (61°F) in Ballylongford. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Ballylongford and 10°C (50°F) in Dunquin.

For specific regional insights in Kerry, Ireland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ballybunion with an average of 82 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in Glencar with 112 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Killarney gets approximately 180 hours of sunlight in May, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Kerry in May

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

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 Kerry

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

Temperature range in Kerry (May)

Precipitation variation in Kerry (May)

Killarney

In May Killarney generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
180 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Killarney →

Kenmare

In May Kenmare generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
180 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kenmare →

Dingle

In May Dingle 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
157 hours
180 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Dingle →

Tralee

In May Tralee 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
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
180 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Tralee →

Killorglin

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
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
157 hours
180 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Killorglin →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Killarney 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Kenmare 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Dingle 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Tralee 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Killorglin 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Waterville 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Kerry weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Kerry, Ireland generally has tolerable weather conditions. Killarney sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 7°C (45°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Killarney peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in May, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in Kerry, Ireland. Killarney averages only about 98 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kerry, Ireland?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Killarney, May might be a good time to visit Kerry, Ireland.

On average, the best time to visit Kerry, Ireland is in June with generally pleasant weather in Killarney. In contrast, January, February, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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