Best Time to Visit Ireland
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Ireland.
Ireland does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (15°C / 59°F) and April (50 mm / 2 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers February–July and September, while the wetter half runs through August and October–January. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 5°C / 41°F in January to 15°C / 59°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 50 mm / 2 in (April) to 85 mm / 3.3 in (December). Ireland's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Ireland can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 15°C59°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| June | 13.5°C56.3°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| August | 14.5°C58.1°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
No month in Ireland fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ireland?
Ireland doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on April (driest, ~50 mm / 2 in) and July (warmest, 15°C / 59°F). Regional variation within Ireland can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Ireland?
The rainy season in Ireland runs through August and October–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 70 mm / 2.8 in. The wettest single month is December, averaging 85 mm / 3.3 in.
What is the dry season in Ireland?
The drier half of the year in Ireland covers February–July and September, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 70 mm / 2.8 in. The driest single month is April with about 50 mm / 2 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Ireland?
The least comfortable months for travel in Ireland — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are Ireland's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 85 mm / 3.3 in in December, and temperatures bottom out at 5°C / 41°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Ireland?
Shoulder-season months in Ireland — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include March, April, May, June, September, October, November. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.