Carrickmacross Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Carrickmacross, Monaghan County, Ireland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) in July, while winters cool to 9°C (48°F) in February.

With around 967 mm (38 in) of annual rain/snowfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. August is the wettest month and March the driest. May is the sunniest month, averaging 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

Monthly Temperature in Carrickmacross

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Carrickmacross. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July to a chilly 9°C (48°F) in the coolest month, February.

Nights vary from 12°C (54°F) in July to around 3°C (37°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Carrickmacross

Generally, Carrickmacross has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 967 mm (38 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Precipitation levels in Carrickmacross remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 94 mm (3.7 in) over 18 days. In the driest month March, this drops slightly to 68 mm (2.7 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Carrickmacross 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 Carrickmacross

For those who appreciate different seasons, Carrickmacross serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.7 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Dublin, Ireland (67 KM, 42 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Dublin, Ireland (67 KM, 42 Miles).

Daily percentage of sunshine

Data from: Dublin, Ireland (67 KM, 42 Miles).

Humidity in Carrickmacross by Month

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Carrickmacross.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 83%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

Data from: Dublin, Ireland (67 KM, 42 Miles).

Carrickmacross 3-Day Forecast

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Best Time to Visit Carrickmacross

During the months of June, July and August, Carrickmacross enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 18°C (65°F) to 20°C (68°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.

Rainfall during this time ranges from 86 mm (3.4 in) in July to 94 mm (3.7 in) in August. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.

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