May weather forecast
Clifden, Ireland

With its arrival, May sets the stage for the impending summer. Sea temperatures begin to climb, marking the advent of a warmer period. Changes in the weather begin to materialize more concrete signs of summer, albeit interspersed with the reminiscence of spring rains. Greenery in the landscape becomes more vibrant, reflecting the increase in sunlight hours. An overall mild climate, interspersed with sporadic showers, marks this transitional month in Clifden.

Temperature

May's beginning in Clifden, Ireland, signals an average high-temperature of a moderate 14°C, barely different from April's 12°C. Throughout the month of May, the average temperature dips to a chilly 7°C at night.

Rainfall

In Clifden, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 76mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 248 rainfall days, and 1202mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Clifden, in May, the average water temperature is 11.4°C.
Note: Taking a dip in 11.4°C can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 10°C triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Clifden, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Clifden, Ireland, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 9:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 9:57 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Clifden is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.