Bantry Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Bantry sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year.
Temperatures can be pleasant at the high end
to roughly cold at the low end.
It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Bantry experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C in July. 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 4°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Bantry experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1278 mm of precipitation annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Bantry enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 132 mm of precipitation, while in June, Bantry receives about 93 mm.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Bantry can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.3 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 Bantry.
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
overcast and rain overcast and heavy rain overcast and rainForecast for Bantry
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Bantry in Ireland
Other facts from our historical weather data:July 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.
December tops the wettest month list with 132 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 93 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 180 hours of sunshine.
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