Climate In Ireland

Ireland’s “Sunny Southeast” region (counties Carlow, Waterford, Kilkenny, and Wexford) enjoys less rainfall and more hours of sunshine per year. The interior, midland areas of the country generally get the most extreme temperatures.

For example, Athlone is more likely to experience snow in winter and tends to be a few degrees higher than the average in the summer.

Before you commit to retirement in the Auld Sod, experience it in winter. Or consider spending only part of the year in the country. Ireland is a place that makes good sense as a part-time retirement haven.

You could retire to Ireland each summer, then spend your winters someplace bright and sunny.

As in any country, weather depends on your region, but generally Ireland enjoys a temperate, but wet climate, without major temperature fluctuation from season to season.

But it can be unpredictable. Above all, you need to expect the unexpected.