Europe · Climate guide
Best time to visit Ireland
The best time to visit Ireland is May–Aug. Apr, Sep are also good.
Ireland weather by month
Longest, greenest days of the year, with showers always possible.
- Jan: Not ideal
- Feb: Not ideal
- Mar: Not ideal
- Apr: Good
- May: Ideal
- Jun: Ideal
- Jul: Ideal
- Aug: Ideal
- Sep: Good
- Oct: Not ideal
- Nov: Not ideal
- Dec: Not ideal
| Month | Weather | Ideal elsewhere |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not ideal | 62 countries |
| February | Not ideal | 67 countries |
| March | Not ideal | 64 countries |
| April | Good | 62 countries |
| May | Ideal | 83 countries |
| June | Ideal | 85 countries |
| July | Ideal | 51 countries |
| August | Ideal | 52 countries |
| September | Good | 84 countries |
| October | Not ideal | 53 countries |
| November | Not ideal | 50 countries |
| December | Not ideal | 51 countries |
Free route planner
Build a route around Ireland
The planner puts Ireland in its best stretch (May–Aug) and fills the rest of your trip with places that are in spring-like weather at the same time.
Cost of a month in Ireland
Pricey. A rough guide for one person staying a month: $3,500–$5,000 for rent, food and getting around. Book the best months early; prices climb with the weather.
Nearby places with great weather at the same time
Planning more than one stop?
Pro plans your whole year around Ireland’s best months, with backups, a budget and a packing list.
May · free
Lisbon, Portugal
Sunny 70s, jacaranda blooms, and no summer crowds yet.
11 more months, 3 backups each, and what to skip
Unlock the full route · $19The rest of the 12-month route is part of Spring All Year Pro.
Questions about visiting Ireland
When is the best time to visit Ireland?
The best time to visit Ireland for weather is May–Aug. Longest, greenest days of the year, with showers always possible.
Which months should I avoid in Ireland?
Oct–Mar are the least comfortable months in Ireland, usually because of heat, heavy rain, storms or cold. Prices can be lower then, so it depends on what you care about most.
Is it worth visiting Ireland outside the best months?
Often, yes. Apr, Sep are still good months in Ireland, with a little more rain or heat but usually fewer crowds and better prices.
How much does a month in Ireland cost?
Ireland is pricey for long stays. A rough guide for one person living there for a month is $3,500–$5,000, including rent, food and getting around. Your style matters more than the country.
Where else has great weather at the same time as Ireland?
Nearby countries with ideal weather in the same months include Andorra, Denmark, Estonia, Finland.
General guidance based on typical seasonal weather, not a forecast. Big countries have several climates. Always check current travel advisories and entry rules before you book.