City in County Limerick, Ireland
Limerick weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Limerick
May–July has the longest days and mildest weather; September is often settled. Winters are wet and dark, with floods possible along the Shannon.
Limerick weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan8°104 mm
- Feb8°81 mm
- Mar10°77 mm
- Apr13°68 mm
- May16°76 mm
- Jun18°82 mm
- Jul19°92 mm
- Aug19°96 mm
- Sep17°82 mm
- Oct14°101 mm
- Nov11°119 mm
- Dec9°112 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C47°F | 4°C38°F | 104 mm | 94% | Cold |
| February | 8°C47°F | 3°C38°F | 81 mm | 92% | Cold |
| March | 10°C50°F | 3°C38°F | 77 mm | 90% | Cold |
| April | 13°C55°F | 5°C41°F | 68 mm | 86% | Cool |
| May | 16°C60°F | 8°C46°F | 76 mm | 84% | Cool |
| June | 18°C65°F | 10°C51°F | 82 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| July | 19°C67°F | 12°C53°F | 92 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| August | 19°C66°F | 12°C53°F | 96 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| September | 17°C63°F | 10°C50°F | 82 mm | 88% | Cool |
| October | 14°C57°F | 8°C46°F | 101 mm | 90% | Cool |
| November | 11°C51°F | 6°C42°F | 119 mm | 93% | Cold |
| December | 9°C48°F | 4°C40°F | 112 mm | 94% | Cold |
Best months across Ireland
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Limerick?
May–Jul, Sep. May–July has the longest days and mildest weather; September is often settled. Winters are wet and dark, with floods possible along the Shannon.
When is the rainy season in Limerick?
Rain peaks in November with about 119 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Limerick?
July, with average highs of 19°C (67°F).
How cold does Limerick get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 3°C (38°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Limerick tourism
- Shannon Airport
- Irish Rail
- Transport for Ireland (bus fares)
- HSE University Hospital Limerick
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 0.6°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.