Limerick County Weather in May

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

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Limerick Glin Abbeyfeale Kilmallock

Are you planning a trip a to Limerick County, Ireland in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Limerick County in May

Limerick County, Ireland is a region in Ireland. May in Limerick County 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 Limerick.

For a closer look at conditions across Limerick County, Ireland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kilmallock with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Glin with 94 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Limerick, you can expect around 182 hours of sunlight in May, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Limerick County 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 Limerick County

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

Temperature range in Limerick County (May)

Precipitation variation in Limerick County (May)

Limerick

In May Limerick 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
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Limerick →

Glin

In May Glin 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
14°C (57°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
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Glin →

Abbeyfeale

In May Abbeyfeale 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
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Abbeyfeale →

Kilmallock

In May Kilmallock 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)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kilmallock →

Templeglantine

In May Templeglantine 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)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
182 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Templeglantine →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Limerick 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Glin 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Abbeyfeale 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Kilmallock 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Templeglantine 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Adare 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

Limerick County weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Limerick County, Ireland in May?

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

What is the average temperature in Limerick County, Ireland in May?

In Limerick, the average daytime high in May is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Limerick County, Ireland get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Limerick County, Ireland during May, with Limerick averaging close to 83 mm (3.3 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Limerick County, Ireland?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Limerick. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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