May weather forecastDrogheda, Ireland
May
Weather in May
May characterizes the onset of summer and the end of spring in Drogheda. It sees a significant increase, reaching 12.9°C (55.2°F), in temperature against its predecessor month, April. The weather becomes markedly drier, with snow being entirely absent. Owing to extended daylight hours, May experience higher UV exposure urging the usage of substantial sun protection. The sea temperature exhibits a gradual upward trend.Temperature
The transition from April to May brings an average high-temperature of a still cool 12.9°C (55.2°F), barely different from April's 10.5°C (50.9°F). During the month of May, Drogheda anticipates a mean low-temperature of 7.6°C (45.7°F).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Drogheda are March through May, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Drogheda is May, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically collects 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 10.2°C (50.4°F).Note: Caution: 10.2°C (50.4°F) temperatures below 10°C (50°F) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 9:44 pm IST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Drogheda is 7.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Drogheda is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average high temperature in May: 12.9°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 7.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average pressure in May: 1015.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.8mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average wind speed in May: 17.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (14.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average humidity in May: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (84%).
Average rainfall in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average rainfall in May: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (18mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average sea temperature in May: 10.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average cloud cover in May: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in May
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
