Climate of Kilkenny, Ireland
Area-weighted average across Kilkenny. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kilkenny, a subdivision of Ireland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 5°C / 41°F in January to 15.4°C / 59.7°F in July, with rainfall from 63 mm / 2.5 in to 111 mm / 4.4 in depending on the season (1034 mm / 40.7 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°C41°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| February | 5.3°C41.5°F | 90 mm3.5″ | — |
| March | 6.6°C43.9°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| April | 8.1°C46.6°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| May | 10.8°C51.4°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| June | 13.5°C56.3°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| July | 15.4°C59.7°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| August | 15.1°C59.2°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| September | 12.9°C55.2°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| October | 10.1°C50.2°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
| November | 7.1°C44.8°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| December | 5.7°C42.3°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kilkenny?
Kilkenny, Ireland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 15.4°C / 59.7°F, and the driest is April at 63 mm / 2.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Kilkenny?
Kilkenny, Ireland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 5°C / 41°F in January to 15.4°C / 59.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1034 mm / 40.7 in, with the wettest month being January (111 mm / 4.4 in) and the driest April (63 mm / 2.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kilkenny?
The hottest month in Kilkenny is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.4°C / 59.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Kilkenny?
The coldest month in Kilkenny is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 5°C / 41°F.
When does it rain most in Kilkenny?
The wettest month in Kilkenny is January, averaging about 111 mm / 4.4 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 63 mm / 2.5 in.