Best Time to Visit Ireland
Best time to visit Ireland: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Ireland
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Ireland month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 38° | 4,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 42° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 42° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 44° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 50° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 65° | 53° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 56° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 56° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 52° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 50° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 44° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 50° | 43° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Ireland compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Ireland.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belfast | 87 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 42 in |
| County Antrim | 95 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 46 in |
| Snowdonia National Park | 98 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 85 in |
| Gwynedd | 98 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 85 in |
| Northern Ireland | 100 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 42 in |
Best time to visit each county in Ireland
26 counties mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Ireland is a country in Europe. Ireland is a country in Europe with its capital at Dublin. It has a population of about 5.2 million. The capital is Dublin.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Ireland with mainly clear. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 52°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Ireland is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 38°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Ireland today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Ireland right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:22 AM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 66° / 52°
Overcast · 6% rain · wind 7 mph
⛅ 65° / 55°
Partly cloudy · 2% rain · wind 8 mph
Things to do in Ireland
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Ireland.
Quick facts about Ireland
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 53°20′59.3″N 6°15′37.1″W (53.3498, -6.2603) |
| Capital | Dublin |
| Population | 5.200.000 |
| Area | 27.133 sq mi |
| ISO code | IE |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | IRL |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | English, Irish |
| Calling code | +353 |
| Time zone | Europe/Dublin |
| Local time | 12:22 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Explore Ireland
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ireland?
Ireland is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 53.3498, -6.2603. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Ireland right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 73% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ireland?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Ireland, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Ireland in?
Ireland observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 12:22 AM.
How many people live in Ireland?
Ireland has a population of approximately 5.2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Ireland?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 5 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 277 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 298 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Ireland?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
What places are in Ireland?
Ireland covers 26 places in this atlas, including County Carlow, County Cavan, County Clare, County Cork, County Donegal and County Dublin.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 12:22 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
