May weather forecastCork, Ireland
May
Weather in May
May sets the stage for the transition into the warmth of summer. Cork experiences awakening vibrant life during this time with adequate sunshine hours and mild temperatures. The decrease in rainfall from April to May by 13mm (0.51") makes walking tours an ideal choice for tourists. The sea temperature, although still on the colder side, begins to rise, making aquatic activities a consideration for some. With blooming landscapes and comfortable weather, May invites exploration of the scenic city and countryside.Temperature
The average high-temperature in May in Cork, Ireland, at a moderate 14°C (57.2°F), reveals a modest deviation from April's 12°C (53.6°F). Throughout May, Cork records an average temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) at night.Rainfall
In Cork, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation. In Cork, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210 days and collects up to 1063mm (41.85") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Cork, in May, the average water temperature is 11.7°C (53.1°F).Note: In 11.7°C (53.1°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 41min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 9:42 pm IST.
Sunshine
May and June, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Cork.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cork is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Cork, Ireland
- Average high temperature in May: 14°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (8°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
Cork, Ireland
- Average rainfall in May: 74mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (120mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and June (61mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Cork, Ireland
- Average rainfall days in May: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (14 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Cork, Ireland
- Average sea temperature in May: 11.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (9.4°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cork, Ireland
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 42min
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
The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 6h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 2h).
Average UV index in May
Cork, Ireland
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 0).
