Killarney in May
6.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 17°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
17°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
13Rainy days (118 mm)
15:06 hDaylight
05:36Sunrise · 20:41 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 17°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.3 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.3 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | 1°C | 315 mm | 19 | – | – | 3.4 |
| February | 7°C | 2°C | 192 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.0 |
| March | 10°C | 3°C | 253 mm | 19 | – | – | 4.1 |
| April | 13°C | 5°C | 175 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.9 |
| May | 17°C | 8°C | 118 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.4 |
| June | 19°C | 11°C | 95 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.1 |
| July | 22°C | 13°C | 53 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| August | 23°C | 13°C | 72 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| September | 19°C | 11°C | 125 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 13°C | 7°C | 245 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.8 |
| November | 8°C | 4°C | 349 mm | 20 | – | – | 3.9 |
| December | 5°C | 1°C | 307 mm | 19 | – | – | 3.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Killarney in May?
Daytime highs average 17°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Killarney?
The best months are July, August.