Spiddal Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Spiddal.
Climate overview of Spiddal
Temperatures in Spiddal, Galway County, Ireland, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is July at 19°C (66°F), and the coolest is February at 10°C (50°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1252 mm (49 in) per year. December is the wettest month and April the driest. May is the sunniest month, averaging 5.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Spiddal Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Spiddal — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Spiddal
The climate in Spiddal experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C (50°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around 4°C (39°F) during February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Spiddal
Spiddal has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1252 mm (49 in) of rainfall per year. Year-round, Spiddal has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 128 mm (5 in), and the driest month, April, with 86 mm (3.4 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Spiddal Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Spiddal
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Spiddal. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.2 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Spiddal by Month
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
Best Time to Visit Spiddal
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Spiddal
What is the best time to visit Spiddal?
June, July and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Spiddal. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Spiddal?
Daytime highs range from 10°C (50°F) in February to 19°C (66°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 4°C (39°F) to 12°C (54°F).
How much rain does Spiddal get?
Annual rainfall is around 1252 mm (49 in). December is the wettest month with 128 mm (5 in), while April is the driest with 86 mm (3.4 in).
How sunny is Spiddal?
Spiddal receives around 1,114 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 157 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 35 hours.
Spiddal 3-Day Forecast
Spiddal 3-Day Forecast
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