Irish weather is notoriously changeable, but if you are prepared will not prevent you from having a good time. Keep our simple tips in mind and there is much less chance that it will catch you by surprise.
Climate & Weather
Nobody comes to Ireland for the weather. It's often a concern for visitors that the weather is so unpredictable, and it certainly is true that there is no season or time of year when sunny weather is guaranteed.
But the good thing is that the Irish climate is a temperate one, so while the sun may not always shine and you are likely to see at least some rain, at least you know that there will be none of the extremes that other countries experience.
The articles below contain enough information to ensure that you are prepared for whatever the Irish weather throws at you.
Irish Weather through the Year
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The weather in Ireland changes through the seasons, and while there are few extremes knowing about seasonal variations can help you pick the best time to visit.
Never rely on the weather though, it can and does change with remarkable rapidity. You can literally be in baking sunshine one moment and running for shelter in a torrential downpour the next.
Regional Climate Variation in Ireland
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Climate variation by region is not extreme, but some parts of the country definitely get more sun – and some get more rain!
You are likely to see more sunny days in the south east, and wetter ones in the moutainous regions along the west coast, but the reality it that is can, and probably will, rain at some point during your visit, no matter where you go or when you travel.
