Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Skibbereen, Ireland, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (53°F). Highs can soar to 18°C (65°F), while lows may dip to 4°C (40°F). Typically, the humidity level in Skibbereen throughout May hovers around 84%.
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In May, Skibbereen averages 75 mm (3.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 38 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 43 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 30% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Skibbereen reaches a maximum of 7, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||