May weather forecast
Clifden, Ireland

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Weather in May

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

Clifden indicates an average high-temperature of a moderate 14°C in May, showing minor variation from April's 12°C. An average low-temperature of 7°C is recorded in the month of May.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 76mm of precipitation is accumulated. In Clifden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 248 days and collects up to 1202mm of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Clifden, in May, the average water temperature is 11.4°C.
Note: Swimming in 11.4°C is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Clifden, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 9:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:56 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Clifden, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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FAQ

What is the average May temperature in Clifden?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Clifden are 14°C and 7°C respectively.

How many days does it rain in May in Clifden?

In Clifden, Ireland, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 76mm of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in May in Clifden?

In Clifden, in May, the average water temperature is 11.4°C. Swimming in 11.4°C is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in May in Clifden?

In Clifden, the average day length in May is 15h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Clifden?

On the first day of May in Clifden, Ireland, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 9:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:56 pm IST.

What month has the most sunshine in Clifden?

The month with the most sunshine in Clifden is May, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifden have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Clifden is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Clifden?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Clifden is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Clifden, Ireland

Average temperature in May - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in May: 14°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (18°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (11°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (3°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Clifden, Ireland

Average rainfall in May - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in May: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (137mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (66mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Clifden, Ireland

Average rainfall days in May - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, November and December (24 days).
The months with the least rainy days are April, June and July (17 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Clifden, Ireland

Average sea temperature in May - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (9.3°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h).

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Average UV index in May
Clifden, Ireland

Average UV index in May - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 0).

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Clifden, Ireland

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