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Wexford weather in May (Wexford County, Ireland)

What kind of weather does May bring to Wexford? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Wexford typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 14°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Wexford in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. With virtually no rain, this driest month of the year is perfect for exploring the outdoors. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With approximately 213 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with 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 Wexford climate page with graphs.

 

Wexford, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 213 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 47% *  
Data from: Rosslare, Ireland (12 KM, 8 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
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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