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Athlone Climate by Month

Temperatures in Athlone experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be pleasant, while the cooler months tend to be cold. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Athlone changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July to a chilly 9°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 3°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Athlone has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1025 mm of rainfall per year. Precipitation levels in Athlone remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 94 mm over 19 days. In March, this drops slightly to 74 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The best time of year to visit Athlone in Ireland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Athlone?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Athlone?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Athlone?
    August tops the wettest month list with 94 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Athlone?
    March is the driest month with 74 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Athlone

    Sat   Dec 14
    11°C | 2°C
    W 22 km/h
    0.7 mm
    overcast and slight rain

    overcast and slight rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    12°C | 10°C
    SW 29 km/h
    0.4 mm
    overcast and small chance of slight rain

    overcast and small chance of slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    11°C | 6°C
    SW 25 km/h
    0.2 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain