Kells, Ireland - Weather and Climate
Temperatures in Kells, Kerry, Ireland, see a moderate degree of fluctuation,
transitioning from pleasant conditions
to cold.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a complete picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Kells, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like February.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 4°C during these months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Kells is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1487 mm. Year-round, Kells has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 160 mm, and the driest month, June, with 98 mm, is minimal.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Kells. 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.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 9°C in March to 15°C in July.
Water temperature over the year
Average monthly humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kells.
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
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s to 6 m/s. It is lower in June, July and August and higher in January, February, March, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Forecast for Kells
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Kells in Ireland
Other facts from our historical weather data:Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, November and December.
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 160 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 98 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 180 hours of sunshine.
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