Visiting Ireland in June: Weather + Pros/Cons

Visiting Ireland in June means long, mild days, festivals galore and, as it is peak tourist season, an increase in crowds along with peak hotel and flight prices.

I have spent the last 35 Junes in Ireland. Here is some key info:

• Long days: Average of 17 hours of daylight
• Warm weather: Average highs of 18°C/64°F and average lows of 11°C/52°F
• Crowds: Crowd levels increase dramatically as it’s peak season
• Prices: Hotel and flight prices will be at/near their peak

For many, usually as the weather in Ireland in June tends to be good, this is the best time to visit Ireland.

What to expect from Ireland in June

If you’re planning a trip to Ireland in June, I’ll give you the main points, first, that’ll get you up-to-speed quickly.

Below, you’ll find everything from the weather in Ireland in June to what’s on and more.

1. The weather in Ireland in June 

The weather in Ireland in June is warm with an average temperature is around 13.7°C/56.7°F. Scattered showers are common with the long-term average rainfall for June measuring 79.6mm.

2. Average temperatures

The average temperature in Ireland in June ranges from average highs of 18°C/64°F to average lows of 11°C/52°F.

3. Long days

We get loads of lovely daylight during June in Ireland. From the start of the month, the sun rises at 05:03 and sets at 21:42. This makes mapping out your Ireland itinerary easy as you’ve lots of daylight hours to play with.

4. It’s peak season

As it’s peak season, both flights and accommodation prices will have reached their highest point due to demand.

5. Festivals and events

Many festivals in Ireland take place during June (e.g. Sea Sessions). However, if music isn’t your thing, there’s endless things to do in Ireland in June, from scenic drives to hikes and everything in between.

The advantages and disadvantages of June in Ireland

So, I’ve lived in Ireland for 35 years and have, although very unintentionally, spent every June of my life here… so I’ve a fair idea of what to expect.

These are the pros and cons as I see them (note: I’ll go into what weather to expect in the next section).

The pros 

• Weather: June is summer and Ireland gets average highs of 18°C/64°F and average lows of 11°C/52°F
• Long days: From the start of the month, the sun rises at 05:03 and sets at 21:42.
• Festivals: Loads of Irish music festivals and food, and cultural events take place (see my Irish festivals calendar)
• Summer buzz: Long, mild days and the incoming summer tends to bring tourists and atmosphere to many towns, villages and cities

The cons

• Prices: Demand is at its highest during the peak season, so expect to spend more on both flights and accommodation
• Crowds: As it’s peak season, you’ll find crowds at all of the tourist hot-spots like Doolin, Killarney and West Cork

The weather in Ireland in June in different parts of the country

The weather in Ireland in June can vary quite a bit. Below, I’ll provide you with an insight into the weather in Kerry, Belfast, Galway and Dublin in June.

Note: The rainfall figures and the average temperatures have been taken from the Irish Meteorological Service and the UK Met Office to ensure accuracy:

Dublin

The weather in Dublin in June is lovely and summery. The long-term average temperature in Dublin in June is 13.4°C/56.12°F. The long-term average rainfall level for Dublin in June is 66.7 millimetres.

Belfast

The weather in Belfast in June is similar to Dublin. The average temperature in Belfast in June is 13.2°C/55.76°F. Average rainfall levels sit at 68.95 millimetres.

Galway

The weather in the west of Ireland in June tends to be mild but with more rain than the east. The long-term average temperature in Galway in June is 13.7°C/56.66°F. The long-term average rainfall level for Galway in June is 79.6 millimetres.

Kerry

The weather in Kerry in June is mild with rain at times. The long-term average temperature in Kerry in June is 13.6°C/56.48°F. The long-term average rainfall level for Kerry in June is 95.3 millimetres.

Things to do in Ireland in June

Thanks to the good weather in Ireland in June and the long days, there’s plenty of things to do in Ireland in June.

If you’re on the hunt for things to do in Ireland in June, dive into my counties in Ireland section – it’s packed with the best places to visit in every county! Here are a handful of suggestions to get you started:

1. Begin a well-planned road trip

As you’ve plenty of daylight hours to play with, you’ve ample time to explore until your hearts content. However, you still need to plan accordingly.

I published hundreds of Irish road trip itineraries last year that tackle every trip-type you can imagine.

If you’re struggling to pick a road trip route, my 5 days in Ireland or my 7 days in Ireland guides are two of my most popular itineraries.

2. Beaches galore

There’s some incredible beaches in Ireland, many of which are missed by those visiting Ireland for the first time.

As you’ll (hopefully…) be visiting when the days are nice and hot, you’ll have plenty of opportunities for a paddle.

3. Hikes and walks

Ireland is a hikers paradise, with walks to suit every level of fitness scattered right the way across the island.

There are endless mighty hikes in Ireland, from mountains to coastal strolls. Find walks in the county you’re visiting right here.

4. Pints with a view

There are endless pubs in Ireland, however, if you can, try and suss out one where you can sip a drink with a view.

In most coastal counties in Ireland, you’ll find somewhere like the brilliant Tigh Ned above.

5. Visiting Dublin in June

There’s loads of adventurous things to do in Dublin in June (or you can spend the days in museums and castles, if you fancy!).

However, one of the better travel tips for Ireland for those of you visiting Dublin is to book accommodation in advance – summer sees prices skyrocket to painful levels!

From islands and hill walks to delicious food and a buzzy pub scene, there’s plenty of things to do in Dublin in June.

See my 2 days in Dublin and 24 hours in Dublin guides for an easy-to-follow itinerary.

What to pack / what to wear in Ireland in June

Although I’ve a detailed guide on what to wear in June in Ireland, I’ll give you the need-to-knows.

What you wear is going to boil down to a couple of different things; the activities you have planned and the type of places you plan on visiting in the evenings:

The essentials

• Sun cream
• If you’re visiting Ireland in June for a city break, pack shorts, t-shirts and runners/walking shoes
• If you’re coming here for an active holiday, pack hiking gear, plenty of layers (more on this in a sec) and all the other light hiking gear you have
• If you plan on trying some fine dining, pack some formal wear
• If you’re going to spend time in pubs, relax – we’re pretty casual here. Jeans and a shirt are more than enough

Wondering what it’s like during other months?

Picking when to visit Ireland isn’t easy, and there’s an awful lot to consider, so it’s well worth spending some time comparing what it’s like in Ireland during the other months, when you have a second:

• Ireland in January
• Ireland in February
• Ireland in March
• Ireland in April
• Ireland in May
• Ireland in July
• Ireland in August
• Ireland in September
• Ireland in October
• Ireland in November
• Ireland in December