When is a good time to vacation in Ireland?

 

Weather wise, the most consistently fine months are  May and September, (April and October are usually quite settled also) not necessarily the warmest just a better chance of settled weather. Also at this time it’s the shoulder season which means better value and fewer visitors to share the roads and views with.

The weather in Ireland is generally changeable, the East coast being generally dryer and the South West coast milder. The warming influence of the Gulf stream current keeps Southern Ireland quite temperate.

The generous rain fall Ireland receives combined with the temperate climate lends itself to the greening of the country i.e. ‘The Emerald Isle’ or ‘Forty shades of green’ are often phrases heard when describing Ireland. No matter what time of year, its always green and always beautiful. 

June, July and August are the busy months, higher prices and the weather is generally fair but it can be also a damp squib. It can be a beach day one day then rain the next. Keep a close eye on local weather reports and plan accordingly. The major plus is that the days are long and this makes for great touring and it never gets too hot.

For the adventurous, Autumn early Winter can be another option especially for those who live in warm climates and don’t mind ‘a soft day’ meaning wet weather or even stormy days. There is still a good stretch in the day and the colder weather hasn’t yet kicked in.

The Wild Atlantic Way really raises its head from October on, when huge Atlantic swells pound the Western seaboard. After a day witnessing this impressive onslaught one can imagine retreating back to turf fires and hot whiskeys while listening to the elements outside. At this time of year there are great deals and you get to avoid the throngs of tourists too. Try a private tour of Ireland with your own chauffeur guide to make the most of Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way.

One is probably more confused after reading this article but that pretty much sums up the Irish weather, Confusing! The Irish are obsessed with the weather and expect many conversations while on vacation here to include the weather! It really dosen’t get extremes of hot or cold ; tornado’s, hurricanes, or much snow and isn’t all that bad as we like to make out, just always have the raingear handy, sunscreen, woolly jumper, etc 

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