Weather in May
Temperature
May's beginning in Clifden, Ireland, signals an average high-temperature of a moderate 14°C (57.2°F), barely different from April's 12°C (53.6°F). Throughout the month of May, the average temperature dips to a chilly 7°C (44.6°F) at night.Rainfall
In Clifden, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 248 rainfall days, and 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Clifden, in May, the average water temperature is 11.4°C (52.5°F).Note: Taking a dip in 11.4°C (52.5°F) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 10°C (50°F) 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.
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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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Clifden, Ireland
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