Best time to visit Ireland
Best time of year to visit Ireland
There are about ten words in Irish to describe the weather, and they are all about rain. The only difference is temperature and wind direction. January–February are the chilliest and wettest months, and lots of rural sights and accommodation facilities are closed, but it's when the prices are lowest, and no crowds should bother you. March is the greenest month, but not in the countryside—it's all about St. Patrick's Day, so prepare for the joy and the crowds! April to May and September to October are the best time to visit Ireland; the weather is nice, and prices are moderate. Spring is a perfect time to watch puffins and cute lambs. The days are sunnier, warmer and less crowded with relatively low rates. Warm yet rainy summer is adorable for the trip, when unforgettable Irish landscapes, covered with Sea Pinks, are at their best; but dizzying prices from June to August are unavoidable. September through October crowds thin out, and it is a great time to hike the Burren or Connemara.
17 THINGS TO DO IN IRELAND (MAY 17 - MAY 26)
Watching Puffins
Set off for your birdwatching journey across Ireland to spot puffins on the coast
Hurling Season
Check out traditional Gaelic ball-sport at the football pitch but with a hockey stick in hands
Hiking the Burren
Enjoy a scenic stroll along the Burren's most spectacular places and take on Ireland's hiking challenge
The Church Bar
The most unusual bar in the Irish capital
Connemara Region at Best
Spend your spring & autumn days close to nature at Connemara's spectacular landscapes
Cliffs of Moher
Enjoy the height from the most scenic point of Ireland
Vee Pass Rhododendrons
The Vee is famous all over Ireland for its panoramic views, particularly thanks to blooming rhododendrons
Gaelic Football
Play football in Gaelic way—try the same game but with far different system of rules
Hiking
From coast to mountains, Dublin area has some impressive trails
Conor Pass
Buckle up for Ireland's highest mountain pass with breathtaking views
Guinness Storehouse
Explore the secrets of the most famous Irish beer
Whale Watching
A top experience for nature enthusiasts in Ireland
Kayaking
One of the most pleasant activities in the Irish capital
Risso's Dolphins
Get off the shore to observe one of the largest deep-water dolphins in the world
Sea Pinks Blooming Season
Visit the Dingle Peninsula when Sea Pinks flower and it might become your most colourful Ireland's experience
Wakedock
Wakeboarding in Grand Canal Dock is one of the best sports that Dublin's summer has to offer!
Kitesurfing & Windsurfing
Pack the thickest wetsuit and discover cold-water Ireland
33 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Ballinasloe Horse Fair & Festival
unconfirmedThis is one of the largest and oldest horse festivals in Europe
Northern Lights
out of rangeIreland has a good geographical position to view aurora borealis
Loughcrew Equinox
out of rangeThe ancient tombs of Loughcrew are aligned perfectly with equinox sunrise and have been a sacred place for Gaelic culture, especially during this occasion
St. Patrick's Festival
unconfirmedGet a taste of Ireland at one of the world's greatest national holidays
Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival
out of rangeFed up with Tinder? Try Europe’s biggest singles festival with lots of country music and booze
Laytown Beach Races
out of rangeCheck out the only officially approved beach horse race in Europe!
Christmas Markets
out of rangeImmerse yourself in a festive atmosphere and check out traditional Irish gifts
Lambing Season
out of rangeHead to Ireland for the cutest experience of seeing woolly sheep babies
Halloween (Samhain)
out of rangeWhy Ireland is the best place to celebrate Halloween
Bloomsday Festival
unconfirmedAll Ulysses fans should at least once spend June 16th in Dublin
Dublin Horse Show
out of rangeA prestigious equestrian competition with some of the richest prizes in the world
Electric Picnic
out of rangeOne of the best medium-sized music festivals in Europe
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann
canceledThe competition celebrating traditional Irish music and culture
Castlepalooza
on holdAn independent music party in a beautiful historical venue
Longitude Festival
out of rangeDublin's biggest outdoor music event with hip-hop and R&B vibes
Forbidden Fruit Festival
out of rangeMusic, art, fashion and good vibes in the center of Dublin
Vantastival
unconfirmedA unique family-friendly music festival with campervan parking
Irish Bog Snorkelling Championship
out of rangeDive into childhood with the muddiest race on Earth
Sea Sessions
out of rangeIreland's premier music, surfing, and camping gathering
Emery Celtic Cross
out of rangeA giant Celtic cross of trees can be spotted from the sky above an Irish forest
Surfing the Perfect Wave
out of rangeUnwrap your sense of adventure in Ireland's surfing destinations
Loganberries
out of rangeAnother sweet reason to visit Ireland are loganberries at the end of summer
Time for Colcannon
out of rangePrepare your appetite for Ireland's tastiest traditional dish!
Fuchsia Flower
out of rangeTiny red and purple flowers that cover the island's valleys throughout summer months
Common Dolphin
out of rangeEnjoy adorable, playfull dolphins on your sea journey
Sea Kayaking
out of rangeIf you long for a relaxed and sightful sea kayaking experience without rapid current and swells, enjoy it during summertime!
Dublin New Year's Eve
out of rangeGet to the streets with thousands of Dubliners to celebrate the New Year with music and fireworks
Six Nations
out of rangeWatch legendary Six Nation rugby matches at the Dublin's Aviva Stadium
Blackberries
out of rangeGet a taste of Ireland's most favourite blackberries and seasonal desserts with them
KBC Dublin Marathon
out of rangeFeel high with the views of the ancient city while participating in this amazing running event
Galway International Oyster & Seafood Festival
out of rangeSee some Irish craic while indulging in famous Galway Bay oysters
Malahide Castle Concerts
out of rangeGreat lineups in a spectacular location
Primrose Blooming Season
out of rangeMeet the begining of spring with hundreds of tiny primroses
