Portlaoise in May
6.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
13Rainy days (64 mm)
15:35 hDaylight
05:38Sunrise · 21:13 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 15°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.4 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 (±4.4 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 | 8°C | 3°C | 71 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.0 |
| February | 8°C | 3°C | 60 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.3 |
| March | 10°C | 3°C | 60 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 12°C | 5°C | 63 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 15°C | 7°C | 64 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.3 |
| June | 17°C | 10°C | 70 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.7 |
| July | 19°C | 12°C | 66 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.9 |
| August | 18°C | 12°C | 74 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.8 |
| September | 16°C | 10°C | 62 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.7 |
| October | 13°C | 7°C | 78 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.9 |
| November | 10°C | 5°C | 79 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.5 |
| December | 8°C | 3°C | 79 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Portlaoise in May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Portlaoise?
The best months are July, August, June, September.