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Dingle weather by month and the best time to visit

Updated October 2026Sources
May–Jun, SepBest time to visit

When to go to Dingle

May–June and September balance light, dry spells and smaller crowds. July–August is crowded; winter is wet, windy and quiet, with many places closed.

Dingle weather by month

Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.

PleasantHotRainyCool or coldBest months
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Average highAverage lowRainfall

Monthly averages

MonthHighLowRainHumidityConditions
January9°C49°F6°C43°F156 mm88%Cold
February9°C48°F6°C42°F121 mm87%Cold
March10°C50°F6°C43°F105 mm86%Cold
April12°C53°F7°C45°F88 mm85%Cool
May14°C57°F9°C49°F97 mm84%Cool
June16°C61°F12°C53°F96 mm84%Cool
July17°C63°F13°C56°F111 mm86%Cool
August17°C63°F14°C56°F116 mm86%Cool
September16°C62°F12°C54°F112 mm86%Cool
October14°C57°F10°C51°F137 mm87%Cool
November11°C52°F8°C47°F158 mm88%Cool
December10°C49°F7°C44°F162 mm88%Rainy

Best months across Ireland

PlaceBest monthsWarmest month
DublinMay–Jul, SepJul (18°C)
GalwayMay–Jul, SepJul (20°C)
CorkMay–Jul, SepJul (19°C)
KillarneyMay–Jun, SepJul (19°C)
DingleMay–Jun, SepJul (17°C)
KilkennyMay–Jul, SepJul (20°C)
LimerickMay–Jul, SepJul (19°C)

Quick answers

What is the best month to visit Dingle?

May–Jun, Sep. May–June and September balance light, dry spells and smaller crowds. July–August is crowded; winter is wet, windy and quiet, with many places closed.

When is the rainy season in Dingle?

Rain peaks in December with about 162 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Nov–Jan.

What is the hottest month in Dingle?

July, with average highs of 17°C (63°F).

How cold does Dingle get?

The coolest nights are in February, averaging 6°C (42°F).

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Sources

Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.