Strangford weather in May (Down County, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Strangford during May? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Strangford includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 14°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 9°C.

Precipitation

Strangford in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 184 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Strangford, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 69 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Sunshine 184 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 39% *  

* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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