Climate of Kerry, Ireland
Area-weighted average across Kerry. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kerry, a subdivision of Ireland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 5.9°C / 42.6°F in January to 14.7°C / 58.5°F in July, with rainfall from 91 mm / 3.6 in to 194 mm / 7.6 in depending on the season (1666 mm / 65.6 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 | 5.9°C42.6°F | 193 mm7.6″ | — |
| February | 6°C42.8°F | 139 mm5.5″ | — |
| March | 6.9°C44.4°F | 139 mm5.5″ | — |
| April | 8.2°C46.8°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| May | 10.6°C51.1°F | 105 mm4.1″ | — |
| June | 12.9°C55.2°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| July | 14.7°C58.5°F | 93 mm3.7″ | — |
| August | 14.6°C58.3°F | 117 mm4.6″ | — |
| September | 13°C55.4°F | 137 mm5.4″ | — |
| October | 10.5°C50.9°F | 174 mm6.9″ | — |
| November | 8°C46.4°F | 187 mm7.4″ | — |
| December | 6.6°C43.9°F | 194 mm7.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kerry?
Kerry, Ireland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 14.7°C / 58.5°F, and the driest is June at 91 mm / 3.6 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Kerry?
Kerry, Ireland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 5.9°C / 42.6°F in January to 14.7°C / 58.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1666 mm / 65.6 in, with the wettest month being December (194 mm / 7.6 in) and the driest June (91 mm / 3.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kerry?
The hottest month in Kerry is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.7°C / 58.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Kerry?
The coldest month in Kerry is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 5.9°C / 42.6°F.
When does it rain most in Kerry?
The wettest month in Kerry is December, averaging about 194 mm / 7.6 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 91 mm / 3.6 in.