Clifden

Connemara Weather in April

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

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Clifden Oughterard Roundstone Cleggan

Considering a trip to Connemara, Ireland this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Connemara in April

Connemara, Ireland is a region in Ireland. April in Connemara generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Clifden.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Connemara, Ireland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Spiddal with an average of 86 mm (3.4 in) to high rainfall in Carna with 101 mm (4 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Clifden usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Clifden receives about 132 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Connemara in April

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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 Connemara

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

Temperature range in Connemara (April)

Precipitation variation in Connemara (April)

Clifden

In April Clifden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
89 hours
132 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Clifden →

Oughterard

In April Oughterard generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
89 hours
132 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Oughterard →

Roundstone

In April Roundstone 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
89 hours
132 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Roundstone →

Cleggan

In April Cleggan generally has low 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)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Cleggan →

Ballyconneely

In April Ballyconneely generally has low 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)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ballyconneely →

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

Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Clifden 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Oughterard 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Roundstone 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Cleggan 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Ballyconneely 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Letterfrack 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Connemara weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

April in Connemara, Ireland brings unpleasant weather. In Clifden, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Clifden peak at roughly 12°C (54°F) in April, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

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

April is on the drier side in Connemara, Ireland. Clifden averages only about 93 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Connemara, Ireland?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Connemara, Ireland with often unpleasant weather in Clifden.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Clifden. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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