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Connemara Weather in July

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

Are you planning a trip a to Connemara, Ireland in July and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Connemara in July

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Clifden.

For specific regional insights in Connemara, Ireland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Spiddal with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to high rainfall in Carna with 121 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Clifden gets approximately 118 hours of sunlight in July, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Connemara by month

Best Places to Visit in Connemara in July

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

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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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Connemara, Ireland?

Temperature range in Connemara (July)

Precipitation variation in Connemara (July)

Clifden

In July Clifden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
118 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Oughterard

In July Oughterard generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
118 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Roundstone

In July Roundstone generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
118 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Cleggan

In July Cleggan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Ballyconneely

In July Ballyconneely generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions

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

In our records: Ireland July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Ireland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest July day in Ireland brought 366 mm (14 in) in Lahinch on July 11, 2001.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Clifden 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Oughterard 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Roundstone 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Cleggan 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Ballyconneely 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Letterfrack 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)

Connemara weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Connemara, Ireland typically experiences tolerable weather in July, part of the season. Daytime highs in Clifden average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Connemara, Ireland during July range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Clifden.

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

Clifden typically receives notable rainfall in July, about 108 mm (4.3 in) on average across Connemara, Ireland.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Connemara, Ireland?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Connemara, Ireland with overall tolerable weather in Clifden. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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 weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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