Best Time to Visit County Clare
Best time to visit County Clare: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Clare
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in County Clare 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° | 37° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 41° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 41° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 44° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 49° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 52° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 55° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 55° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 63° | 52° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 49° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 44° | 5,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 42° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Clare compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Clare.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limerick | 20 mi | 51°F | about the same | 57 in |
| County Limerick | 20 mi | 51°F | about the same | 57 in |
| County Galway | 30 mi | 52°F | about the same | 55 in |
| Galway | 30 mi | 52°F | about the same | 55 in |
| County Tipperary | 43 mi | 50°F | 33°F cooler | 49 in |
Best time to visit each city in County Clare
1 cities mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
County Clare is a county in Ireland. County Clare is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 127.000.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in County Clare with overcast. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 58°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 75%. Sightseeing conditions score 8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit County Clare is July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 119 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 71°F is 5.2°F above the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Clare today at 9.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in County Clare right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:57 AM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 65° / 57°
Drizzle · 61% rain · wind 13 mph
🌦️ 62° / 55°
Drizzle · 88% rain · wind 16 mph
Things to do in County Clare
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around County Clare.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Clare?
County Clare is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.8436, -8.9864. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Clare right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 62% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Clare?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Clare, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Clare in?
County Clare observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 1:57 AM.
How many people live in County Clare?
County Clare has a population of approximately 127.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Clare?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 119 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Clare?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in County Clare?
County Clare covers 1 places in this atlas, including Doolin.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (ie-counties) - 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 25, 2026 at 1:57 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
