Limerick Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Limerick, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C (48°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 12°C (54°F) in July to 3°C (37°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Limerick has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1099 mm (43 in) of rainfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Limerick enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 106 mm (4.2 in) of precipitation, while in March, Limerick receives about 82 mm (3.2 in). For more details, please visit our Limerick Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Limerick can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Limerick.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 83%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year