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Valentia Climate by Month

The weather in Valentia sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year. Temperatures can be pleasant at the high end to roughly cold at the low end. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Valentia experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 18°C in August to a chilly 10°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 6°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Valentia experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1553 mm of precipitation annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, December, sees around 172 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, June, still receives a respectable 97 mm of rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Valentia, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.0 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.3 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Valentia ranges from 9°C in March to 15°C in July.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Valentia in Ireland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Valentia?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, October, November and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Valentia?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Valentia?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Valentia?
    December tops the wettest month list with 172 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Valentia?
    June is the driest month with 97 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Valentia?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 180 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Valentia

    Fri   Dec 13
    9°C | 5°C
    NW 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    11°C | 8°C
    W 18 km/h
    0.8 mm
    overcast and slight rain

    overcast and slight rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    12°C | 10°C
    SW 22 km/h
    1.7 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain