Killarney Weather Forecast
Killarney weather: 52°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Summary
Killarney is a city in County Kerry. Killarney is known for Ring of Kerry and national park. It has a population of about 14.500.
Right now it is 52°F (11°C) in Killarney with clear. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 52°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 55%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Killarney 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 68°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 165 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is 2.7°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 Killarney today at 8.8/10. 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 Killarney right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:29 AM, Aug 25 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Killarney
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 52° | 55% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 3 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 58° | 88% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 65° / 57° | 97% · 0,4 in | 9 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 66° / 59° | 84% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 67° / 58° | 59% · 0,2 in | 16 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light rain | 61° / 57° | 91% · 0,8 in | 19 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 61° / 56° | 64% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light showers | 66° / 55° | 76% · 0,3 in | 17 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 62° / 56° | 57% · 0,2 in | 15 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 63° / 54° | 47% · 0,3 in | 15 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light showers | 67° / 63° | 61% · 0,8 in | 18 mph | 3 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 63° / 57° | 37% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 55° | 40% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 54° | 45% | 17 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | 4 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | — |
Climate in Killarney 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° | 36° | 5,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 42° | 5,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 41° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 57° | 44° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 48° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 52° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 55° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 55° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 63° | 51° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 58° | 49° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 53° | 44° | 6,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 50° | 42° | 6,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Air quality and pollen in Killarney
Pollen today
Pollen is modelled for Europe only; other regions show no values.
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Killarney
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Killarney?
Killarney is a city in County Kerry. Its coordinates are 52.0599, -9.5044. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Killarney right now?
It is currently 52°F (11°C) with clear. Humidity is 84% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Killarney?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Killarney, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Killarney in?
Killarney observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 10:29 AM.
How many people live in Killarney?
Killarney has a population of approximately 14.500.
What is the nearest airport to Killarney?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 165 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Killarney?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - 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 10:29 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
