Wicklow weather in May (Wicklow County, Ireland)

What weather conditions can you expect in Wicklow this May? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

During May, Wicklow usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 14°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Wicklow in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. On average, there are about 16 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 188 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer 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 Wicklow climate page with graphs.

 

Wicklow, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 188 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 42% *  

Data from: Dublin, Ireland (52 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.

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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

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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