Swords weather in May (Dublin County, Ireland)
Will it be rainy or sunny in Swords this May? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
May in Swords generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 16°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 9°C.
Precipitation
Swords in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.Average sunshine
The month brings about 188 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Swords climate page with graphs.
Swords, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
9°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Water Temperature
10°C *
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
66 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
68% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
188 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
42% *
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.
perfect weather
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unpleasant
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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. With a water temperature of around 10°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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