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Clare Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Clare, Ireland in April.

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Doolin Ennis Bunratty Lisdoonvarna

Planning a getaway to Clare, Ireland this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Clare in April

Clare, Ireland is a region in Ireland. April in Clare generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Doolin.

For a closer look at conditions across Clare, Ireland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Shannon with an average of 84 mm (3.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Doolin with 98 mm (3.9 in). In Doolin, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Doolin as an example - it receives around 156 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Clare in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Clare.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Clare

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Clare, Ireland?

Temperature range in Clare (April)

Precipitation variation in Clare (April)

Doolin

In April Doolin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
156 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Doolin →

Ennis

In April Ennis generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
156 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Ennis →

Bunratty

In April Bunratty generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
156 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Bunratty →

Lisdoonvarna

In April Lisdoonvarna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
156 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Lisdoonvarna →

Ballyvaughan

In April Ballyvaughan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
156 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ballyvaughan →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Clare, in Ireland.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Clare in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Doolin 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Ennis 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Bunratty 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Lisdoonvarna 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Ballyvaughan 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Lahinch 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)

Clare weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Clare, Ireland in April?

Expect unpleasant weather across Clare, Ireland in April. The popular destination of Doolin averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Clare, Ireland in April?

In Doolin, the average daytime high in April is 12°C (54°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

Does Clare, Ireland get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Clare, Ireland during April, with Doolin averaging close to 98 mm (3.9 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Clare, Ireland?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Clare, Ireland due to the typically unpleasant weather in Doolin.

Generally speaking, May, July and August provide tolerable weather in Doolin. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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