Two weeks in Ireland

My wife and I plan to visit Ireland for up to two weeks. We can come in either August, September or October. Weather-wise it would seem that August is the best time to travel (self-drive). But, over the years I've learned that while important, weather shouldn't be the soul criterion. I would appreciate advice from any fellow travellers or from locals.

Thanks!

written by GoFlatty on May 26, 2007

Nothing is certain about weather in Ireland! Without looking up tables, I would agree that August is a good bet, but September is not far behind. Whatever time of year you visit, bring raingear, but you will probably hot need full sou'wester and wellies. We have a fair amount of wind, too, generally not enough to make life difficult, but your hair will be ruffled and ill-fitting hats are at risk.

September has advantages. The kids are back in school, and the number of holidaymakers (Irish and overseas) is much reduced, but the season is not completely finished. So you can get the best of everything: most seasonal things are still available, and the pressure on accommodation, restaurants, and attractions is reduced. For such reasons, it is a time of year Herself and I like to target for recreational trips.

In my mind, I associate October with rain. I could be wrong.

Read my views with caution. I live in Ireland, and that can distort my perceptions as well as inform them.

written by Padraig Breathnach on May 29, 2007

I think September is the best month to visit anywhere. Much less crowds and it's still warm. We went to Ireland for two weeks, six years ago. We had about one half hours worth of rain the entire trip. We really lucked out.

The only problem we had was, we were there for THE 9/11. Being from New York, it did give us some concern.

Bill L

written by Fishkill Bill on May 29, 2007

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Two weeks in Ireland

Heading South?