The best times to visit Carrigaline for ideal weather are

June 11th to September 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Carrigaline Travel Info

Weather in Carrigaline

Temperature

Average temperatures in Carrigaline vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 19th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Carrigaline, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 65.7°F (18.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 53.3°F (11.8°C) at night.

Carrigaline Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Carrigaline Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Carrigaline Perceived Temperature (F)

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Carrigaline Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Carrigaline Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 46.7 42.1 36.7
Feb 47.1 42.3 37
Mar 49.6 43.6 37.7
Apr 54.3 47.4 41.3
May 57.8 51.1 45
Jun 62.7 56 49.7
Jul 64.7 58.3 52.4
Aug 64.1 57.7 51.7
Sep 61.6 55.4 49.7
Oct 56.8 51.7 46.1
Nov 50.9 46.2 40.9
Dec 47.1 42.8 37.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 8.2 5.6 2.6
Feb 8.4 5.7 2.8
Mar 9.8 6.4 3.2
Apr 12.4 8.6 5.2
May 14.3 10.6 7.2
Jun 17.1 13.3 9.8
Jul 18.2 14.6 11.3
Aug 17.8 14.3 10.9
Sep 16.4 13 9.8
Oct 13.8 10.9 7.8
Nov 10.5 7.9 4.9
Dec 8.4 6 3.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Carrigaline are September, April, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late September. For example, on the week of September 17th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Carrigaline? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Carrigaline is often around around March 5th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Carrigaline.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Carrigaline (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 43% 1.3 5.8
Feb 35% 0.4 3.3
Mar 28% 16.9 3.2
Apr 27% 0 2.8
May 29% 0 3.3
Jun 28% 0 4.8
Jul 34% 0 4.5
Aug 31% 0 4
Sep 21% 0 3.5
Oct 36% 0 5.5
Nov 40% 0.4 4.9
Dec 40% 0.5 5.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 43 3.3 14.7
Feb 35 1 8.4
Mar 28 42.9 8.1
Apr 27 0 7.1
May 29 0 8.4
Jun 28 0 12.2
Jul 34 0 11.4
Aug 31 0 10.2
Sep 21 0 8.9
Oct 36 0 14
Nov 40 1 12.4
Dec 40 1.3 14.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Carrigaline has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (77.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (87.5%).

Wind in Carrigaline is usually moderate. The windiest month is December, followed by January and November. December’s average wind speed of around 11.5 knots (13.2 MPH or 21.3 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late December where average top sustained speeds reach 20.7 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Carrigaline.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 11 Significant breeze 18.9 Strong breeze
Feb 10.4 Gentle breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Mar 10.4 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze
Apr 9.8 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
May 10.2 Gentle breeze 16.5 Strong breeze
Jun 9.1 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Jul 8.8 Gentle breeze 14.8 Strong breeze
Aug 9.2 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Sep 8.9 Gentle breeze 14.8 Strong breeze
Oct 9.4 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Nov 10.6 Gentle breeze 17.8 Strong breeze
Dec 11.5 Significant breeze 19 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 87.1%
Feb 85.7%
Mar 80.3%
Apr 77.3%
May 77.6%
Jun 77.9%
Jul 81.5%
Aug 82.1%
Sep 83.8%
Oct 87.5%
Nov 86.9%
Dec 87.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Carrigaline?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Ireland; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 28, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Carrigaline, Ireland is July, followed by August and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Carrigaline in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 45.2 in November means 45.2% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Carrigaline Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 48.1°F (8.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 8 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see moderate precipitation with 8 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Carrigaline, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 62.5°F (16.9°C) and 47.2°F (8.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 12 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Carrigaline to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48.5°F (9.2°C) and 45.6°F (7.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 13 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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