Killarney

Ring of Kerry Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Ring of Kerry, Ireland in January.

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Killarney Kenmare Killorglin Waterville

Planning a journey to the Ring of Kerry, Ireland this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Ring of Kerry in January

The Ring of Kerry, Ireland is a region in Ireland. January in the Ring of Kerry generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Killarney. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To explore the conditions in the Ring of Kerry, Ireland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Killarney with an average of 122 mm (4.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Portmagee with 170 mm (6.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Killarney receives around 44 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore the Ring of Kerry by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Ring of Kerry — and find the best time to visit. (based on Killarney)

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September17°C (63°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December10°C (50°F)
Best Time to Visit the Ring of Kerry →

Best Places to Visit in the Ring of Kerry in January

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

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 the Ring of Kerry

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Ring of Kerry, Ireland?

Temperature range in the Ring of Kerry (January)

Precipitation variation in the Ring of Kerry (January)

Killarney

In January Killarney generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
44 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
23 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Killarney →

Kenmare

In January Kenmare generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
44 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kenmare →

Killorglin

In January Killorglin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
44 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Killorglin →

Waterville

In January Waterville generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
44 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Waterville →

Cahersiveen

In January Cahersiveen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
44 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cahersiveen →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Ring of Kerry in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Killarney 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Kenmare 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Killorglin 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Waterville 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Cahersiveen 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Sneem 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)

The Ring of Kerry weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Ring of Kerry, Ireland in January?

January in the Ring of Kerry, Ireland brings poor weather. In Killarney, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in the Ring of Kerry, Ireland in January?

Daytime temperatures in Killarney peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in January, dropping to about 3°C (37°F) overnight.

Does the Ring of Kerry, Ireland get a lot of rain in January?

Killarney typically receives notable rainfall in January, about 122 mm (4.8 in) on average across the Ring of Kerry, Ireland.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Ring of Kerry, Ireland?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Ring of Kerry, Ireland due to the typically poor weather in Killarney.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June offering mostly pleasant weather in Killarney. On the other hand, the months of January, February, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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