Weather

Winters in Ireland are relatively mild and summer is also reasonably pleasant. The North Atlantic Drift and the southwesterly winds have influenced the climatic conditions in Ireland. The ambient temperature of Ireland is 35°-45°F in winter and 65°-75°F in summer. The months of May and June are the sunniest months with an average of over 7 hours of sunshine per day.

- Spring and autumn are generally 50ºF

- Winter is between 40ºF and 46ºF

- Snow is unusual, but showers can sometimes occur at any time of the year

- Summer temperatures generally range from 60ºF to 70ºF

Temperatures according to the months:

January 41°F

February 41°F

March 43°F

April 8°C 46°F

May 11°C 52°F

June 55°F

July 59°F

August 57°F

September 55°F

October 50°F

November 45°F

December 43°F

1. Best Times To Go

The best months to visit Ireland is from July and August, so tourists planning a trip must consider the month of May, June or September

Spring flowers are at their best in April and May, and October proffers guest to experience the arts festivals.

Recently, late spring and early autumns have seen some of the best of the weather, and the months of May and September have been the most pleasant months out of all. The southeast of Ireland is the driest and sunniest part of the country, and the northwest is the wettest.

However, this county benefits from the warming effects of the Gulf Stream. Even in the wetter zones, mornings of rain are often followed by afternoons of blue sky and sun.

Apart from this, the downpour on a windswept headland can be exhilarating, and offers good opportunities to visit a local pub.

2. What To Wear

It is important to dress in layers. At times, even in summer, it can be quite chilly if you are used to warmer climes. Pack some tee shirts, light shirts, sweaters and light jackets.

You could also carry a raincoat and jacket, as it rains there often.