Sligo in May
5.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 14°C. Very wet: about 15 rainy days.
14°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
15Rainy days (96 mm)
15:46 hDaylight
05:37Sunrise · 21:23 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 14°C
- Very wet: about 15 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.0 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 (±5.0 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 | 7°C | 3°C | 109 mm | 18 | – | – | 4.2 |
| February | 8°C | 3°C | 96 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.7 |
| March | 9°C | 4°C | 91 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.8 |
| April | 12°C | 5°C | 84 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.4 |
| May | 14°C | 7°C | 96 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.8 |
| June | 16°C | 10°C | 99 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.0 |
| July | 18°C | 12°C | 110 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.8 |
| August | 18°C | 12°C | 108 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.8 |
| September | 16°C | 10°C | 91 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 13°C | 7°C | 110 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.2 |
| November | 10°C | 5°C | 110 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.7 |
| December | 8°C | 3°C | 114 mm | 18 | – | – | 4.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Sligo in May?
Daytime highs average 14°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Sligo?
The best months are June, September, May, July.