Limerick in May
7.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
12Rainy days (97 mm)
14:14 hDaylight
05:51Sunrise · 20:05 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.0 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.0 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 | 4°C | -3°C | 85 mm | 9 | – | – | 4.5 |
| February | 6°C | -3°C | 76 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.0 |
| March | 11°C | 1°C | 103 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.6 |
| April | 17°C | 7°C | 98 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.8 |
| May | 23°C | 12°C | 97 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| June | 27°C | 17°C | 111 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| July | 30°C | 20°C | 112 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.2 |
| August | 29°C | 19°C | 103 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| September | 25°C | 15°C | 115 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| October | 18°C | 9°C | 97 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
| November | 12°C | 4°C | 78 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.4 |
| December | 6°C | -1°C | 99 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Limerick in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Limerick?
The best months are August, September, May, June.