Dublin vs Galway

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Dublin edges ahead as the better destination in May. Dublin offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 14 rain days, while Galway sees 10 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.

Dublin sits in the comfortable travel range at 15°C. Galway is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May. Dublin receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Dublin reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Galway averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Dublin receives approximately 67 mm of rainfall across 14 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Galway sees 81 mm over 14 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.