Youghal weather in May (County Cork, Ireland)

What is the weather forecast for Youghal in May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In May, Youghal typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 9°C.

Precipitation

Youghal in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. On average, there are about 17 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 194 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Youghal, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 74 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 194 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 40% *  

* Data from: Cork, Ireland (45 KM, 28 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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