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Sligo weather in May (Sligo County, Ireland)

What kind of weather does May bring to Sligo? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Sligo includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 16°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Sligo in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 19 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 157 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sligo climate page with graphs.

 

Sligo, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 157 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 39% *  
Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in May

Find out more about the weather in Ireland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Sligo.

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