Leitrim Weather in May

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

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Carrick on Shannon Ballinamore Mohill Dromod

Planning a journey to Leitrim, 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 Leitrim in May

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

Temperatures

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

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dromod with an average of 87 mm (3.4 in) to high rainfall in Tullaghan with 100 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Carrick on Shannon gets around 157 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Leitrim in May

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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 Leitrim

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

Temperature range in Leitrim (May)

Precipitation variation in Leitrim (May)

Carrick on Shannon

In May Carrick on Shannon 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
132 hours
157 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Carrick on Shannon →

Ballinamore

In May Ballinamore 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 rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Ballinamore →

Mohill

In May Mohill 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 rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Mohill →

Dromod

In May Dromod 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
132 hours
157 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Dromod →

Drumshanbo

In May Drumshanbo 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
132 hours
157 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Drumshanbo →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Carrick on Shannon 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Ballinamore 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Mohill 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Dromod 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Drumshanbo 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Tullaghan 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

Leitrim weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Leitrim, Ireland generally has tolerable weather conditions. Carrick on Shannon sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Carrick on Shannon peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Carrick on Shannon averages just 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Leitrim, Ireland.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Leitrim, Ireland?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Leitrim, Ireland. Typically, the climate in Carrick on Shannon is tolerable. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Leitrim, Ireland is in May, June, July, August and September with generally tolerable weather in Carrick on Shannon. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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