Skibbereen Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Skibbereen, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 10°C (50°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 13°C (55°F) in July to 5°C (41°F) in February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Skibbereen experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1129 mm (44 in) of precipitation annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Skibbereen enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 121 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation, while in May, Skibbereen receives about 77 mm (3 in). For more details, please visit our Skibbereen Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Skibbereen can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Skibbereen.

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