Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
| Metric | Dublin | Birmingham | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 15°C (59°F) | 15°C (59°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 8°C (46°F)▲ | 7°C (45°F) | Dublin |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 14 days | 12 days▲ | Birmingham |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 67 mm | 63 mm▲ | Birmingham |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day▲ | 10h/day | Dublin |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 21 km/h | 20 km/h▲ | Birmingham |
Dublin and Birmingham 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. Birmingham is also comfortable at 15°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham 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.
Birmingham 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.
Birmingham sees 63 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 2 rain days and 4 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 15°C, lows of 8°C, 14 rain days
Highs of 15°C, lows of 7°C, 12 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during May.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Dublin | Birmingham | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 8°C | 13d | 7°C | 12d |
| Feb | 8°C | 12d | 7°C | 10d |
| Mar | 10°C | 12d | 10°C | 11d |
| Apr | 12°C | 14d | 12°C | 12d |
| May | 15°C | 14d | 15°C | 12d |
| Jun | 17°C | 13d | 18°C | 12d |
| Jul | 19°C | 15d | 20°C | 12d |
| Aug | 19°C | 14d | 20°C | 11d |
| Sep | 17°C | 12d | 17°C | 10d |
| Oct | 13°C | 12d | 13°C | 11d |
| Nov | 10°C | 13d | 9°C | 12d |
| Dec | 8°C | 13d | 7°C | 12d |
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