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Galway in May
Galway weather in May - Ireland
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Galway Weather in May

Plan your May trip to Galway, Ireland. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 15°C (high) to 8°C (low), with 32% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. The Coastal Waters averages 14°C in May. Pack rain gear for around 26 rainy days.

Avg High
15°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low
8°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days
26days

32% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

14.3°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel
🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating
❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water
Coastal Waters

Ocean

Galway coastline

Galway May Weather Calendar

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Day 1
cloudy
Cloudy
14°C28%
Day 2
cloudy
Cloudy
14°C28%
Day 3
cloudy
Cloudy
14°C24%
Day 4
cloudy
Cloudy
14°C23%
Day 5
cloudy
Cloudy
14°C23%
Day 6
cloudy
Cloudy
14°C28%
Day 7
cloudy
Cloudy
14°C30%
Day 8
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C34%
Day 9
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C35%
Day 10
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C35%
Day 11
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C28%
Day 12
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C28%
Day 13
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C26%
Day 14
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C24%
Day 15
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C25%
Day 16
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C30%
Day 17
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C28%
Day 18
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C31%
Day 19
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C33%
Day 20
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C36%
Day 21
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C39%
Day 22
rain
Rainy
15°C41%
Day 23
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C38%
Day 24
rain
Rainy
15°C42%
Day 25
rain
Rainy
15°C43%
Day 26
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C38%
Day 27
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C39%
Day 28
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C37%
Day 29
cloudy
Cloudy
17°C32%
Day 30
cloudy
Cloudy
17°C30%
Day 31
cloudy
Cloudy
17°C31%

Essential Travel Info for Galway

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

English

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Driving

Left side

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Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.288

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Ireland. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Ireland.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Ireland.If rabies exposures occur while in Ireland, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Galway?

👍Great time to visit - recommended
Short Answer

Don't expect beach weather in Galway's May: 14.3°C cold seas despite 15°C air temps. Coastal scenery remains beautiful, just pack warm layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Cold sea - swimming challenging

14.3°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Parvovirus B19

Plenty of sunshine

9.8h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

50% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

  • 🏛️
    Cultural tourists

    Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

  • 💼
    Business travelers

    Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

  • 🏖️
    Beach lovers

    Sea temperature only 14.3°C - too cold for comfortable swimming

  • 👴
    Elderly travelers

    77% humidity creates difficult conditions

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"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Galway in May averages 15°C with 32% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Galway in May

What are the temperatures in Galway in May?

Daytime highs average 15°C, nights drop to 8°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Galway in May?

Expect around 26 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Galway in May?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is May peak season in Galway?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.