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Drogheda in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Drogheda in May 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether May is a good month to travel to Drogheda, Ireland.

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Drogheda in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Drogheda in May in summary
Fair weather
Min 8°C Max 13°C 60 mm 3 day(s) 90% 54% 12.3 h/day
Best activities in May
Cultural visits and heritageAnimal observationNature and landscapesNightlifeGastronomy
Practical guidelines
High crowding 04:23 20:21
Hourly weather

Average weather in Drogheda in May 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Drogheda in May 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in May. This allows you to forecast the weather in May 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Drogheda in May

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Drogheda in May.

Temperatures and rain in Drogheda in May

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in May.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

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Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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About the climate in Drogheda in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Drogheda in May

Check the seasonal normals in Drogheda in May and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
May
Weather data April May June
Outside temperature
Average temperature 8.1°C 10.6°C 13.4°C
Maximum temperature 10.5°C 12.8°C 15.5°C
Minimum temperature 5.8°C 8.4°C 11.4°C
Record maximum temperature 17.0°C
(2011)
20.0°C
(2010)
23.0°C
(2018)
Record low temperature -2.0°C
(2013)
2.0°C
(2021)
5.0°C
(2011)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 0 day(s)
(0%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
5 day(s)
(17%)
Number of days below 0° 1 day(s)
(3%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 23 km/h 22 km/h 19 km/h
Wind temperature 2.7°C 5.9°C 9.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 50.3 mm 59.6 mm 77.8 mm
Number of days with precipitation 15 day(s)
(50%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 3 day(s)
(10%)
3 day(s)
(11%)
5 day(s)
(16%)
Record precipitation in one day 15.7 mm
(2020)
25.5 mm
(2015)
25.8 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 90% 90% 91%
Visibility 9.2 km 9.0 km 9.0 km
Cloud cover 51% 54% 54%
UV index 3 3 4
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 14h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h25 04h23 03h55
Sunset time 19h27 20h21 20h58
Day length 14h02 15h58 17h03
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When adverse weather fair weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Drogheda in May?

Best activities in May
Cultural visits and heritageAnimal observationNature and landscapesNightlifeGastronomy
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Drogheda in May last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Drogheda in May 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Overcast
10°C16°C0.1 mm
2
Overcast
7°C14°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
6°C12°C0.0 mm
4
Cloudy
5°C11°C0.0 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
6°C10°C0.0 mm
6
Cloudy
3°C14°C0.0 mm
7
Cloudy
6°C14°C0.0 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
7°C11°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
7°C12°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
6°C14°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
7°C17°C0.2 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
9°C16°C0.8 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
12°C17°C0.0 mm
14
Partly Cloudy
11°C14°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
10°C15°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
9°C16°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
9°C16°C0.0 mm
18
Overcast
10°C16°C0.0 mm
19
Overcast
11°C12°C0.2 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
8°C14°C0.5 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
10°C19°C0.0 mm
22
Partly Cloudy
8°C14°C0.0 mm
23
Partly Cloudy
7°C15°C1.1 mm
24
Overcast
14°C17°C2.8 mm
25
Patchy light drizzle
10°C13°C1.1 mm
26
Light drizzle
9°C12°C4.0 mm
27
Light rain
8°C10°C1.5 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
10°C16°C0.4 mm
29
Light drizzle
15°C16°C3.7 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
12°C16°C0.8 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
12°C15°C1.2 mm
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Where to go near Drogheda in May?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Drogheda in May: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Drogheda in May, which ranks this month 3th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 13°C during the day and 8°C at night, with about 60 mm of precipitation spread over 3 rainy days.

Expect about 12.3 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage, Animal observation, Nature and landscapes and Nightlife. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 69/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Drogheda are: June and September. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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