The month in detail
What to expect in January
Winter in Wild Atlantic Way is cool (48°F during the day). Days are short (0.2h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. With 48% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
January ranks 10 out of 12 months in Wild Atlantic Way. Compared to December: −2°F daytime, 7 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
0 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
3°
Sea
9°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
7.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Wild Atlantic Way is May (4.3/10), 3.6 pts higher than January.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Ireland
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.66°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 63°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 48°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 57%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
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Location
Where is Wild Atlantic Way ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
IrelandTemperate oceanic climate with a 4.3 → 0.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
52.97°N · 9.43°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Wild Atlantic Way?
May is the best month with 59°F highs, 50°F lows, 4.4h of sunshine and 39.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Wild Atlantic Way get in May?
Wild Atlantic Way averages 4.4 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 4.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Wild Atlantic Way?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Wild Atlantic Way in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 50°F, while afternoon highs average 59°F.
Is Wild Atlantic Way good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Wild Atlantic Way scores 0.7/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 4.1/10.
When should you avoid Wild Atlantic Way?
January is the most difficult month to visit Wild Atlantic Way, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Wild Atlantic Way in January?
In January, the sea averages 48°F in Wild Atlantic Way: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Wild Atlantic Way in January?
The average UV index reaches 0 in January in Wild Atlantic Way (low), with about 7.9h of daylight. No protection needed.