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May is a fair month in Downpatrick

Climate Overview

Downpatrick, United Kingdom in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 14.2°C (58°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 11 days this month. Sea temperature stays cool at 13.5°C (56°F).

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 12°C (54°F) at the start to 16°C (60°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 55 mm across the month.

Expect around 9.9h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 11.1h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 16.2°C (61°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 3°C warmer with 0 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
14°C / 9°C
Feels Like
12°C / 6°C
Rain
11 days · 55 mm
Sunshine
10.7h / day
Humidity
79% — Humid
Wind
23 km/h
Wind Direction
S (173°)
Gusts
37 km/h
Daylight
16.1 h
Cloud Cover
65%
Clear Sky Days
2
UV Index
5.3 — High
Sea Temperature
14°C
Dew Point
8°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:20
Daylight 16h
Sunset 21:21

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
8°C / 5°C
Feels Like
4°C / 0°C
Rain
14days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
3.8h Poor
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
0.9 Low
Snow Days
1days
February
Poor
Temp
8°C / 5°C
Feels Like
4°C / -1°C
Rain
14days (85 mm) Wet
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
2days
March
Poor
Temp
9°C / 5°C
Feels Like
5°C / 0°C
Rain
14days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
6.8h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
April
Poor
Temp
11°C / 6°C
Feels Like
7°C / 2°C
Rain
11days (58 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
3.9 Moderate
May best
Fair
Temp
14°C / 9°C
Feels Like
12°C / 6°C
Rain
11days (55 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
5.3 High
June best
Good
Temp
17°C / 12°C
Feels Like
15°C / 9°C
Rain
14days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
5.6 High
July best
Good
Temp
18°C / 13°C
Feels Like
17°C / 11°C
Rain
15days (86 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
5.1 High
August best
Good
Temp
18°C / 13°C
Feels Like
16°C / 11°C
Rain
14days (93 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
4.8 Moderate
September best
Good
Temp
16°C / 12°C
Feels Like
14°C / 9°C
Rain
14days (98 mm) Wet
Sun
7.4h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
3.3 Moderate
October
Poor
Temp
13°C / 10°C
Feels Like
10°C / 6°C
Rain
16days (111 mm) Wet
Sun
5.3h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
November
Poor
Temp
10°C / 7°C
Feels Like
7°C / 3°C
Rain
15days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
4h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
1.1 Low
December
Poor
Temp
9°C / 6°C
Feels Like
5°C / 1°C
Rain
14days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
2.8h Poor
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
0.6 Low
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 8°C / 5°C 4°C / 0°C 14days (78 mm) Wet 3.8h Poor 83% Humid 0.9 Low Poor View Details
February 8°C / 5°C 4°C / -1°C 14days (85 mm) Wet 5.1h Fair 80% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
March 9°C / 5°C 5°C / 0°C 14days (78 mm) Wet 6.8h Fair 80% Humid 2.9 Moderate Poor View Details
April 11°C / 6°C 7°C / 2°C 11days (58 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 78% Humid 3.9 Moderate Poor View Details
May best 14°C / 9°C 12°C / 6°C 11days (55 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 79% Humid 5.3 High Fair View Details
June best 17°C / 12°C 15°C / 9°C 14days (73 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 79% Humid 5.6 High Good View Details
July best 18°C / 13°C 17°C / 11°C 15days (86 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 81% Humid 5.1 High Good View Details
August best 18°C / 13°C 16°C / 11°C 14days (93 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 81% Humid 4.8 Moderate Good View Details
September best 16°C / 12°C 14°C / 9°C 14days (98 mm) Wet 7.4h Good 81% Humid 3.3 Moderate Good View Details
October 13°C / 10°C 10°C / 6°C 16days (111 mm) Wet 5.3h Fair 81% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
November 10°C / 7°C 7°C / 3°C 15days (101 mm) Wet 4h Fair 82% Humid 1.1 Low Poor View Details
December 9°C / 6°C 5°C / 1°C 14days (101 mm) Wet 2.8h Poor 84% Humid 0.6 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically fair for visiting Downpatrick, with average highs of 14°C (58°F) and around 11 rainy days. Downpatrick, United Kingdom in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 14.2°C (58°F) and noticeably cooler morning
Downpatrick typically sees around 11 rainy days in May with 55 mm (2.2 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Downpatrick during May are cool at around 9°C (48°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 14°C (58°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) in May, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, May offers some of the best weather conditions in Downpatrick with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Downpatrick during May is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Downpatrick gets approximately 16 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Downpatrick during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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