Climate of Limerick, Ireland
Area-weighted average across Limerick. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Limerick, a subdivision of Ireland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 5.4°C / 41.7°F in January to 15.3°C / 59.5°F in July, with rainfall from 68 mm / 2.7 in to 139 mm / 5.5 in depending on the season (1179 mm / 46.4 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 | 5.4°C41.7°F | 129 mm5.1″ | — |
| February | 5.6°C42.1°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| March | 6.8°C44.2°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
| April | 8.3°C46.9°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| May | 10.9°C51.6°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| June | 13.4°C56.1°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| July | 15.3°C59.5°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| August | 15.1°C59.2°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| September | 13.1°C55.6°F | 98 mm3.9″ | — |
| October | 10.4°C50.7°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
| November | 7.6°C45.7°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| December | 6.2°C43.2°F | 139 mm5.5″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Limerick?
Limerick, Ireland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 15.3°C / 59.5°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 Limerick?
Limerick, Ireland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 5.4°C / 41.7°F in January to 15.3°C / 59.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1179 mm / 46.4 in, with the wettest month being December (139 mm / 5.5 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 Limerick?
The hottest month in Limerick is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.3°C / 59.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Limerick?
The coldest month in Limerick is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 5.4°C / 41.7°F.
When does it rain most in Limerick?
The wettest month in Limerick is December, averaging about 139 mm / 5.5 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 68 mm / 2.7 in.