Waterford weather in May (Waterford County, Ireland)

What's the typical weather in Waterford for May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Waterford includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 15°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 9°C.

Precipitation

Waterford in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 16 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 213 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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

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

 

Waterford, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 68 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 213 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 47% *  

* Data from: Rosslare, Ireland (53 KM, 32 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.

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 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

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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