Best time to visit Kilkenny

Q: When is the best time to visit Kilkenny?

The best time to visit Kilkenny is July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Kilkenny?

The hottest time of year in Kilkenny is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 19°C.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Kilkenny?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Kilkenny with 97mm on average. There are normally 18 days in December with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Kilkenny?

The sunniest time of year in Kilkenny is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 36% of daylight hours; that's 5 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the best time to visit Kilkenny?

The best time to visit Kilkenny is July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Which is the hottest month in Kilkenny?

The hottest time of year in Kilkenny is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 19°C.

Which month has the most rain in Kilkenny?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Kilkenny with 97mm on average. There are normally 18 days in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Kilkenny?

The sunniest time of year in Kilkenny is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 36% of daylight hours; that's 5 hours of sunshine per day.