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Roscrea Weather in May

May in Roscrea brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 79 mm (3.1 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Roscrea in May

Typically around 18 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Roscrea in May

Expect highs of 16°C (61°F) in Roscrea in May, with nights dropping to around 8°C (46°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Roscrea in May

With about 182 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

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Roscrea Temperature in May

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
79 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
182 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Limerick, Ireland (64 KM, 39 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Roscrea in May

Pack for changing conditions in Roscrea in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Roscrea in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Barbeque
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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