The best times to visit Galway City Centre for ideal weather are

June 11th to September 16th

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

 

 


Other Galway City Centre Travel Info

Weather in Galway City Centre

Temperature

Average temperatures in Galway City Centre vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 15th 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 Galway City Centre, 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 66.6°F (19.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 52.4°F (11.3°C) at night.

Galway City Centre Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Galway City Centre 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.

Galway City Centre Perceived Temperature (F)

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Galway City Centre Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Galway City Centre 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 40.9 35.5
Feb 47.3 41.4 36
Mar 50.5 43.3 36.5
Apr 56.3 47.6 39.5
May 59.1 51.4 44.1
Jun 63.9 56 48.2
Jul 65.4 58.2 51.6
Aug 64.1 57.2 51.1
Sep 62.1 54.9 48.4
Oct 57 50.4 43.9
Nov 50.4 45.1 39.5
Dec 45.9 41 35.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.8 4.9 1.9
Feb 8.5 5.2 2.2
Mar 10.3 6.3 2.5
Apr 13.5 8.7 4.2
May 15.1 10.8 6.7
Jun 17.7 13.3 9
Jul 18.6 14.6 10.9
Aug 17.8 14 10.6
Sep 16.7 12.7 9.1
Oct 13.9 10.2 6.6
Nov 10.2 7.3 4.2
Dec 7.7 5 2.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Galway City Centre are June, September, 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 April. For example, on the week of April 16th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Galway City Centre? Weather stations report no annual snow. 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 Galway City Centre.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Galway City Centre (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 52% 0 5.8
Feb 42% 0 3.8
Mar 30% 0 3
Apr 30% 0 3
May 34% 0 3.4
Jun 27% 0 2.8
Jul 38% 0 4.3
Aug 37% 0 4
Sep 29% 0 3.2
Oct 41% 0 4.5
Nov 47% 0 5.8
Dec 54% 0 6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 52 0 14.7
Feb 42 0 9.7
Mar 30 0 7.6
Apr 30 0 7.6
May 34 0 8.6
Jun 27 0 7.1
Jul 38 0 10.9
Aug 37 0 10.2
Sep 29 0 8.1
Oct 41 0 11.4
Nov 47 0 14.7
Dec 54 0 15.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Galway City Centre has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (71.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (86.4%).

Wind in Galway City Centre is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by December and May. January’s average wind speed of around 9.2 knots (10.6 MPH or 17.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 16.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Galway City Centre.

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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 9.2 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Feb 8.5 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Mar 8.9 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Apr 8.1 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
May 8.9 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Jun 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Jul 7.3 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Aug 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Sep 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Oct 7.8 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Nov 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Dec 9 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 85%
Feb 83.6%
Mar 75.6%
Apr 71.1%
May 72.7%
Jun 73.5%
Jul 78.9%
Aug 80.3%
Sep 80.6%
Oct 84.2%
Nov 86.4%
Dec 86.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Galway City Centre?

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 Galway City Centre, Ireland is July, followed by August and January. 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 Galway City Centre 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 54.4 in November means 54.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Galway City Centre Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 9 to 11 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 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Galway City Centre, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 63°F (17.2°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 9 to 14 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 Galway City Centre to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 12 to 17 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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