Ballycotton Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation,
transitioning from pleasant conditions
to cold.
It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The weather in Ballycotton changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 10°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 6°C during this month.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Ballycotton is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1089 mm. Ballycotton experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 117 mm in October, the wettest month, and 71 mm in May, the driest month.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Ballycotton can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.9 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ballycotton.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 85%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Forecast for Ballycotton
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The best time of year to visit Ballycotton in Ireland
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 117 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 71 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 194 hours of sunshine.
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