Glengarriff Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Glengarriff, County Cork, Ireland, experiences moderate temperature changes through the seasons. July is the warmest month with daytime highs of 19°C (66°F), while February is the coolest at 10°C (50°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1360 mm (54 in) per year. December is the wettest month and June the driest. May is the sunniest month, averaging 6.0 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Glengarriff
In Glengarriff, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C (50°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around 3°C (37°F) during February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Glengarriff
Glengarriff has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1360 mm (54 in) of rainfall annually. Year-round, Glengarriff has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 139 mm (5.5 in), and the driest month, June, with 99 mm (3.9 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Glengarriff Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Glengarriff
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Glengarriff. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Glengarriff by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Glengarriff.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 80%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Glengarriff 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Glengarriff
During the months of June, July, August and September, Glengarriff enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 18°C (64°F) to 19°C (67°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 99 mm (3.9 in) in June to 105 mm (4.1 in) in August. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
