Manchester vs Dublin

Manchester and Dublin 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.

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

Manchester reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Dublin 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.

Manchester receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Dublin sees 67 mm over 14 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%.