Valentia Island weather in May (Kerry, Ireland)

How is the weather in Valentia Island in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In May, Valentia Island generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 14°C, while nights can cool down to about 10°C.

Valentia Island in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 98 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 180 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Valentia Island, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Water Temperature 11°C *  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 98 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 180 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 42% *  

* Data from: Valentia, Ireland (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Valentia Island in May?

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 11°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 in May.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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