May weather forecast
Dundalk, Ireland

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Weather in May

May brings a significant increase in temperature in Dundalk, Ireland, varying from 6.3°C (43.3°F) to 13.5°C (56.3°F). Simultaneously, the duration of daylight further extends to nearly 16 hours, comforting the city with warmth and precedent to the forthcoming summer season. The absence of snow, along with considerably longer sunshine hours, provides the perfect setting for activities like hiking and picnicking. Despite the increased temperatures, regular rain showers ensure the city retains its characteristic greenery. Dundalk in May shows evident signs of the summer season's onset, offering a blend of mild weather and stunning landscapes.

Temperature

May's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a refreshing 13.5°C (56.3°F), diverging marginally from April's 11.1°C (52°F). In Dundalk, the nighttime temperature averages to a frosty 6.3°C (43.3°F) during May.

Humidity

In Dundalk, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

Rainfall

In Dundalk, in May, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dundalk, there are 120.2 rainfall days, and 161mm (6.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Dundalk, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Dundalk, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 9:46 pm IST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Dundalk, Ireland, is 6.2h.

UV index

In Dundalk, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Dundalk?

During May, Dundalk experiences an average high-temperature of 13.5°C (56.3°F) and a low-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Dundalk?

In Dundalk, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

How many days does it rain in May in Dundalk?

In Dundalk, Ireland, in May, during 11.8 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Dundalk?

In Dundalk, Ireland, snow does not fall in April through November.

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

In May, the average day length in Dundalk, Ireland, is 16h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Dundalk?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dundalk, Ireland, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 9:46 pm IST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dundalk have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Dundalk is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Dundalk?

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

Average temperature in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average pressure in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average wind speed in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in May: 15.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average humidity in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average humidity in May: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (85%).

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Average rainfall in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average rainfall in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in May: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (21mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (8mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average rainfall days in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average snowfall in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average snowfall days in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dundalk, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average sunshine days in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average UV index in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average cloud cover in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 60

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in May
Dundalk, Ireland

Average visibility in May - Dundalk, Ireland
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (8km).

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