May weather forecast
Bantry, Ireland

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bantry, is a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between min 8.8°C (47.8°F) and max 13.1°C (55.6°F).

Temperature

May observes an average high-temperature of a mild 13.1°C (55.6°F), marking an insignificant difference from April's 11.4°C (52.5°F). Bantry indicates a consistently low-temperature of 8.8°C (47.8°F) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Bantry is May, when the rain falls for 17.2 days and typically collects 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through November are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Bantry, in May, the average water temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F).
Note: Dipping into 11.8°C (53.2°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 40min.
On the first day of May in Bantry, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 9:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 9:45 pm IST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Bantry. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during May leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Bantry?

The high-temperature during May is 13.1°C (55.6°F) and the low-temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Bantry?

In Bantry, Ireland, the average relative humidity in May is 83%.

What is the driest month in Bantry?

May is the month with the least rainfall in Bantry. Rain falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Bantry?

In Bantry, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Bantry?

May through November are months without snowfall in Bantry, Ireland.

Does it snow in Bantry in May?

In May, in Bantry, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How cold is the water in May in Bantry?

In May, the average sea temperature in Bantry is 11.8°C (53.2°F). Swimming in 11.8°C (53.2°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Bantry have in May?

The average day length in May is 15h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bantry?

On the first day of May in Bantry, Ireland, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 9:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 9:45 pm IST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bantry?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Bantry, Ireland, is 6.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Bantry?

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in May in Bantry?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bantry is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average temperature in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (8.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (5.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average pressure in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average wind speed in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in May: 18.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.2km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average humidity in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (81%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average rainfall in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in May: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average rainfall days in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (16 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average snowfall in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average snowfall days in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average sea temperature in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (9.8°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average sunshine days in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average UV index in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average cloud cover in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in May
Bantry, Ireland

Average visibility in May - Bantry, Ireland
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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