County Galway Weather Forecast
County Galway weather: 56°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
County Galway weather in March
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Climate in County Galway 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° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 41° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 41° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 44° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 49° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 53° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 56° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 65° | 56° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 52° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 49° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 44° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 42° | 6,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit County Galway
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 5 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.
How County Galway compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Galway.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doolin | 22 mi | 52°F | about the same | 71 in |
| County Clare | 30 mi | 52°F | about the same | 52 in |
| County Mayo | 38 mi | 51°F | 33°F cooler | 56 in |
| Westport | 41 mi | 51°F | 33°F cooler | 61 in |
| County Limerick | 46 mi | 51°F | about the same | 57 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Galway?
County Galway is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.2707, -9.0568. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Galway right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 81% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Galway?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Galway, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Galway in?
County Galway observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:03 PM.
How many people live in County Galway?
County Galway has a population of approximately 277.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Galway?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 115 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Galway?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in County Galway?
County Galway covers 1 places in this atlas, including Galway.
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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 23, 2026 at 3:03 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
