Laois Weather in May

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

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Portlaoise Killenard Mountmellick Donaghmore

Planning a getaway to Laois, 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 Laois in May

Laois, Ireland is a region in Ireland. May in Laois 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 Portlaoise.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Killenard with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Donaghmore with 77 mm (3 in).

Explore Laois by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Laois - and find the best time to visit. (based on Portlaoise)

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June19°C (66°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 Laois in May

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

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 Laois

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

Temperature range in Laois (May)

Precipitation variation in Laois (May)

Portlaoise

In May Portlaoise 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 good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Portlaoise →

Killenard

In May Killenard 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 good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
188 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Killenard →

Mountmellick

In May Mountmellick 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 good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Mountmellick →

Donaghmore

In May Donaghmore 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 good 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
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Donaghmore →

Abbeyleix

In May Abbeyleix 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 good 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 rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Portlaoise 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Killenard 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Mountmellick 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Donaghmore 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Abbeyleix 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Laois weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Laois, Ireland typically experiences good weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Portlaoise average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Laois, Ireland during May range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Portlaoise.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Laois, Ireland during May, with Portlaoise averaging close to 72 mm (2.8 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Laois, Ireland?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Laois, Ireland with overall good weather in Portlaoise. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly excellent weather in Portlaoise. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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