Dublin vs Manchester

Dublin and Manchester are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

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

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Manchester is the stronger choice 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.

Manchester averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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.

Manchester sees 70 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Manchester the drier option by 1 rain day and 3 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.