Oughterard Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Oughterard varies moderately throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from pleasant
to cold.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Oughterard, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July to a chilly 9°C in the coolest month, February.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 3°C during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Oughterard has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1293 mm of rainfall annually. Precipitation levels in Oughterard remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most rain, with 123 mm over 23 days. In March, this drops slightly to 94 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.
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
For those who appreciate different seasons, Oughterard serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 5.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.2 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 90%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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5 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Oughterard 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 9°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 123 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 94 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 157 hours of sunshine.
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