Climate of Sligo, Ireland
Area-weighted average across Sligo. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Sligo, a subdivision of Ireland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.7°C / 40.5°F in January to 14.5°C / 58.1°F in July, with rainfall from 79 mm / 3.1 in to 158 mm / 6.2 in depending on the season (1413 mm / 55.6 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 | 4.7°C40.5°F | 156 mm6.1″ | — |
| February | 4.8°C40.6°F | 109 mm4.3″ | — |
| March | 6.1°C43°F | 124 mm4.9″ | — |
| April | 7.7°C45.9°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| May | 10.3°C50.5°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
| June | 12.6°C54.7°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
| July | 14.5°C58.1°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| August | 14.3°C57.7°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
| September | 12.3°C54.1°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| October | 9.7°C49.5°F | 152 mm6″ | — |
| November | 6.9°C44.4°F | 156 mm6.1″ | — |
| December | 5.5°C41.9°F | 158 mm6.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sligo?
Sligo, Ireland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 14.5°C / 58.1°F, and the driest is April at 79 mm / 3.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Sligo?
Sligo, Ireland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.7°C / 40.5°F in January to 14.5°C / 58.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1413 mm / 55.6 in, with the wettest month being December (158 mm / 6.2 in) and the driest April (79 mm / 3.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Sligo?
The hottest month in Sligo is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.5°C / 58.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Sligo?
The coldest month in Sligo is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.7°C / 40.5°F.
When does it rain most in Sligo?
The wettest month in Sligo is December, averaging about 158 mm / 6.2 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 79 mm / 3.1 in.