Best time to visit Ireland

Based on all the essential things any traveller needs to know about visiting Ireland such as the cost of travel, weather, peak travel seasons and many more, April-June is the best time of year to go.

The very hottest temperatures in Dublin, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Ireland, tend to reach around 19℃ (66℉) in the height of summer. In the colder months such as February, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of 4℃ (40℉). Temperatures often differ in other areas of Ireland though so you can find out more information about this below.

If you’re a sun-chaser and want to visit Ireland when the days are longest, you should visit in May. The wet season in Ireland usually falls during the months surrounding November each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.

To learn everything you need to know (and none of the stuff you don’t) about when to go to Ireland, keep reading below. Plus, you’ll find tools to help you get the best deals on travel and hotels too!