City Trips Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
July, August, June
January, February, October, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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Planning a city trip to Ireland?
The best time to visit Ireland for a city trip is July, August, June, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.
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Destinations for City Trips in Ireland
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Galway
Kilkenny
City Trips conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Ireland
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 18Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 5° | 122 |
February | 25Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 5° | 86 |
March | 24Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 90 |
April | 42Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 8° | 66 |
May | 58Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 77 |
June | 80Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 67 |
July | 93Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 66 |
August | 87Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 88 |
September | 71Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 100 |
October | 50Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 116 |
November | 24Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 7° | 112 |
December | 18Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 5° | 120 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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