Yes, June suits a trip built around Dublin, Galway and Cork: afternoons reach 64°F (18°C) in Dublin, with sights under a roof for the wet hours and promenades and markets for the dry ones.
Nights in Dublin drop to 48°F (9°C) and about ten days in the month bring rain, so plan one indoor sight for each outdoor one. Kilmainham Gaol takes visitors on guided tours only.
At a glance
- Dublin afternoon high: 64°F (18°C)
- Dublin night low: 48°F (9°C)
- Rainy days in Dublin: 10 in the month
- Sunshine in Dublin: 6 hours a day
- Sea near Dublin: 56°F (13°C)
What is the weather like in Ireland in June?
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rain | Rainy days | Sunshine per day | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in (57 mm) | 11 | 6.4 h | 51°F (11°C) |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 48°F (9°C) | 2.5 in (64 mm) | 10 | 6.0 h | 56°F (13°C) |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in (61 mm) | 12 | 5.0 h | 59°F (15°C) |
*Long-term monthly averages.*
Dublin in June is mild and a little damp. Afternoons reach 64°F (18°C), enough for a jacket and a walk, and nights fall to 48°F (9°C).
Ten days of the month bring at least a millimeter of rain, and the sun shines about six hours a day on average. Keep a waterproof layer in the day bag. Schedule outdoor sights such as the Trinity Trails walk or the Salthill Promenade for the brighter part of the day, and keep the museums for showers.
May is a little cooler, with a Dublin high of 59°F (15°C) and a low of 44°F (7°C). July warms to 67°F (19°C) by day and 52°F (11°C) at night, but it has more rainy days (twelve) and less sun (five hours a day).
Where to go in Ireland in June
Dublin
Its June weather is easy, with a 64°F (18°C) afternoon high. It also has plenty of indoor options for the rainy days.
Galway
Galway is a city for strolling. Galway Market runs every Saturday and Sunday, so a weekend suits the city best.
Cork
Cork gives you the English Market for food, the Shandon Bells at St Anne’s and Blarney Castle with its gardens.
Maynooth, County Kildare
Maynooth Campus Conference & Accommodation offers rooms on a university campus in County Kildare, from student style to superior suites. It is one lodging option outside the city centers.
What to do in Ireland in June
The Book of Kells and Trinity College in a June shower
The Book of Kells is displayed at Trinity’s Old Library, and the Book of Kells Experience also includes the digital exhibition in the Red Pavilion. The Red Pavilion houses three immersive digital exhibitions.
Trinity College was founded in 1592. The Trinity Trails is a 45 minute guided outdoor walk of the campus grounds, in English. Book it on a dry morning and keep the Old Library for the afternoon rain.
The Guinness Storehouse and the Gravity Bar
The Guinness Storehouse stands at St. James’s Gate Brewery. The experience includes the Gravity Bar, with 360° views of the city.
The views are best on a clear spell, so check the sky before you go up. Dublin gets about six hours of sun a day in June, and cloud is common.
Temple Bar, pubs and theatres
Temple Bar has boutiques, cafés, galleries and pubs, and the highest density of pubs in Dublin. It also has three theatres: Smock Alley, the Projects Arts Centre and the Olympia.
With nights at 48°F (9°C), bring a layer for the walk back.
Galway Market and the Latin Quarter on a weekend
Galway Market runs every Saturday and Sunday and has grown to include hundreds of stalls. The Latin Quarter is less than five minutes’ walk away, reached by heading south down Lombard Street, on the right.
The Latin Quarter has unique shops, cosy pubs and cobbled pedestrian streets with street performers. Plan the market for the weekend and wear shoes that grip on cobbles.
The Salthill Promenade in Galway
The Promenade gives uninterrupted views of Galway Bay, the Burren Mountains and the Aran Islands.
Choose a clear afternoon for the long views.
Is Ireland busy in June?
Summer is a good moment to reserve rooms early, particularly for weekends in the cities.
Fáilte Ireland publishes registers of approved and registered accommodation providers across Ireland. They cover hotels, guesthouses, bed and breakfasts, historic houses, hostels, camping, self-catering and holiday cottages. A registered listing is a good place to start. Maynooth Campus in County Kildare offers rooms from student style to superior suites, and Celtic Nature Walking Tours include accommodation in the tour.
Can you swim in Ireland in June?
The sea near Dublin averages 56°F (13°C) in June, a monthly average. It is cold for most swimmers and suits a quick dip rather than a long swim. By July it reaches 59°F (15°C), and in May it is 51°F (11°C).
Salthill Beach in Galway is a popular beach for walking, swimming and relaxing. It is lifeguarded during the summer months.
What to pack for Ireland in June
June in Dublin asks for layers and rain protection. Afternoons are mild and nights are cool, and rain falls on about ten days of the month.
- A light waterproof jacket, for ten rainy days in the month
- A warm layer for nights near 48°F (9°C)
- Walking shoes with grip for the cobbled Latin Quarter in Galway
- Comfortable shoes for the 45 minute Trinity Trails walk
- Sunglasses, for about six hours of sun a day on average
What to know before visiting Ireland in June
Kilmainham Gaol can be visited by guided tour only, so plan its slot ahead. Addresses help with the rest: St Patrick’s Cathedral is at St Patrick’s Close, Dublin, D08 H6X3. EPIC is in the CHQ Building, Custom House Quay, Dublin 1, D01 R9Y0. The National Museum of Ireland is at Kildare Street (Dublin 2, D02 FH48) and at Collins Barracks on Benburb Street (Dublin 7, D07 XKV4).
In Galway, the Tourist Information Centre is at Galway City Museum, Spanish Parade, H91 CX5P. Galway Cathedral stands on the west bank of the River Corrib, a little north and west of the city center.
Is June a good time to visit Ireland?
Yes, June is a good month for travelers who want city sights, markets and walks without much heat. Dublin gives mild afternoons at 64°F (18°C), and the long list of museums, theaters and pubs covers the rainy hours.
Compared with May, June is a few degrees warmer and the sea is a little less cold. July is warmer still, at 67°F (19°C) in Dublin, but it brings more rainy days and less sun, so shifting four weeks later gains warmth and loses sunshine.
For swimming, the sea near Dublin is 56°F (13°C) in June and 59°F (15°C) in July, so a later trip is slightly better. For a Galway weekend, Saturday and Sunday are the days for Galway Market. For walkers, the Salthill Promenade and the Trinity Trails both fit June’s dry spells.
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