Kinsale Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Temperatures in Kinsale, County Cork, Ireland, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is August at 19°C (66°F), and the coolest is February at 10°C (50°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1060 mm (42 in) of rainfall per year. December is the wettest month. Sunshine peaks in May, when the city sees around 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Kinsale
In Kinsale, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in August to a chilly 10°C (50°F) in February.
Nighttime temperatures range from 14°C (57°F) in August to 6°C (43°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Kinsale
Kinsale has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1060 mm (42 in) of rainfall per year. The wettest period in Kinsale occurs in December, which receives around 111 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, May, Kinsale experiences moderate rainfall, totaling 71 mm (2.8 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate. For more details, please visit our Kinsale 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 Kinsale
In Kinsale, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.5 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.9 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Kinsale
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 8°C (46°F) in March to 16°C (61°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Kinsale by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kinsale.
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
Wind Speed in Kinsale
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s (8 knots) to 6 m/s (12 knots). It is lower in June, July and August and higher in January, February, March and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Kinsale 3-Day Forecast
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