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Wexford weather in May (Wexford County, Ireland)

What can you expect from the weather in Wexford during May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Wexford typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 14°C. But by evening, they drop to around 9°C.

Wexford in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 213 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Wexford climate page with graphs.

 

Wexford, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 213 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 47% *  
* Data from: Rosslare, Ireland (12 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in May

Find out more about the weather in Ireland in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Wexford in May?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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