Climate of Galway, Ireland
Area-weighted average across Galway. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Galway, a subdivision of Ireland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 5.3°C / 41.5°F in January to 15.2°C / 59.4°F in July, with rainfall from 68 mm / 2.7 in to 125 mm / 4.9 in depending on the season (1165 mm / 45.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.3°C41.5°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
| February | 5.5°C41.9°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| March | 6.7°C44.1°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
| April | 8.3°C46.9°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| May | 10.9°C51.6°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| June | 13.4°C56.1°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| July | 15.2°C59.4°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| August | 15°C59°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| September | 13°C55.4°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
| October | 10.3°C50.5°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
| November | 7.4°C45.3°F | 125 mm4.9″ | — |
| December | 6°C42.8°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Galway?
Galway, Ireland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 15.2°C / 59.4°F, and the driest is April at 68 mm / 2.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Galway?
Galway, Ireland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 5.3°C / 41.5°F in January to 15.2°C / 59.4°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1165 mm / 45.9 in, with the wettest month being November (125 mm / 4.9 in) and the driest April (68 mm / 2.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Galway?
The hottest month in Galway is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.2°C / 59.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Galway?
The coldest month in Galway is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 5.3°C / 41.5°F.
When does it rain most in Galway?
The wettest month in Galway is November, averaging about 125 mm / 4.9 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 68 mm / 2.7 in.