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Ventry weather in May (Kerry, Ireland)

What should you pack for a trip to Ventry in May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In May, Ventry usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 15°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Ventry in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 180 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

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, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ventry, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 180 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 42% *  
* Data from: Valentia, Ireland (23 KM, 14 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. 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.

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

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