Valentia Island, Ireland - Weather and Climate
The temperature in Valentia Island, Kerry, Ireland varies moderately throughout the year.
Temperatures shift from mild
to cold as the months go by.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The weather in Valentia Island changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 18°C in August to a chilly 11°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 6°C in February.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Valentia Island has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1583 mm of rainfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, December, sees around 176 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, June, still receives a respectable 98 mm of rainfall.
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
In Valentia Island, 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.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 9°C in March to 15°C in July.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Valentia Island.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 80%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s and 6 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in June, July and August and highest during January, February, March, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Forecast for Valentia Island
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Valentia Island in Ireland
Other facts from our historical weather data:Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, October, November and December.
August has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 176 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 98 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 180 hours of sunshine.
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