May weather forecast
Limerick, Ireland

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Weather in May

The weather in May in Limerick, Ireland, sees further progression into the spring season. Temperatures continue to rise with highs of 14.2°C (57.6°F) and lows of 6.3°C (43.3°F), marking a continuation from the ascending pattern witnessed in April. Characteristics of this period include sustained rainfalls and high humidity levels. Although these trends continue from previous months, the increase in daylight hours and temperatures sets May apart. Indeed, the city enjoys more sun and increasing temperatures, signalling the onset of the summer season.

Temperature

Limerick experiences a transition to a refreshing 14.2°C (57.6°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of May, not greatly differing from April's 12.2°C (54°F). In Limerick, the May nights cool down to an average low of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 86%.

Rainfall

In Limerick, Ireland, in May, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation. In Limerick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.5 days and collects up to 603mm (23.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Limerick, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 48min.
On the first day of May in Limerick, Ireland, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 9:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 9:47 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Limerick, Ireland, is 6h.

UV index

May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Limerick. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Limerick in May?

Limerick in May has an average high-temperature of 14.2°C (57.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Limerick?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Limerick?

In Limerick, during May, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Limerick?

April through November are months without snowfall in Limerick, Ireland.

How many hours of daylight does Limerick have in May?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Limerick?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 9:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Limerick, Ireland, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 9:47 pm IST.

How many hours of sunshine does Limerick have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Limerick, Ireland, is 6h.

When is the highest UV index in Limerick?

The months with the highest UV index are May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in May in Limerick?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Limerick is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Limerick, Ireland

Average temperature in May - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in May: 14.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Limerick, Ireland

Average pressure in May - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average pressure in May: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Limerick, Ireland

Average wind speed in May - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in May: 14.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Limerick, Ireland

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

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

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Average rainfall in May
Limerick, Ireland

Average rainfall in May - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in May: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (39mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Limerick, Ireland

Average rainfall days in May - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Limerick, Ireland

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (17mm).
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
Limerick, Ireland

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Limerick, Ireland

Average sunshine days in May - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (10.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Limerick, Ireland

Average UV index in May - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Limerick, Ireland

Average cloud cover in May - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in May
Limerick, Ireland

Average visibility in May - Limerick, Ireland
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

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

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