Killarney

Ring of Kerry Weather in May

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

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Killarney Kenmare Killorglin Waterville

Planning a getaway to the Ring of Kerry, 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 the Ring of Kerry in May

The Ring of Kerry, Ireland is a region in Ireland. May in the Ring of Kerry 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 7°C (45°F) in Killarney.

For a closer look at conditions across the Ring of Kerry, Ireland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Portmagee with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) to high rainfall in Killorglin with 108 mm (4.3 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.

Explore the Ring of Kerry by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Ring of Kerry — and find the best time to visit. (based on Killarney)

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September17°C (63°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December10°C (50°F)
Best Time to Visit the Ring of Kerry →

Best Places to Visit in the Ring of Kerry in May

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

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

Temperature range in the Ring of Kerry (May)

Precipitation variation in the Ring of 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 →

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 →

Waterville

In May Waterville 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
102 mm (4 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Waterville →

Cahersiveen

In May Cahersiveen 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 unpleasant 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
103 mm (4.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Cahersiveen →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Ring of 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)
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)
Cahersiveen 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Sneem 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

The Ring of Kerry weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

the Ring of Kerry, Ireland typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Killarney average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in the Ring of Kerry, Ireland during May range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Killarney.

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

Not particularly. Killarney averages just 98 mm (3.9 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for the Ring of Kerry, Ireland.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Ring of Kerry, Ireland?

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

On average, the best time to visit the Ring of 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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