April 11 is generally a great time to visit Galway. While there is a slight chance of rain (32%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather.
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Essential Travel Info for Galway
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.288
Galway Weather Forecast for April 11
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12°C. 32% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Galway in April
Based on historical data for April 11, Galway typically experiences temperatures between 5.2°C and 12°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 32% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Galway
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
12°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.8°C
🌤️ Minor difference
Rain Chance
32%
Avg 1.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
72%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1015.3 hPa
High volatility
Galway Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 86% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 30 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 45 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 75 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.5°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Ireland
Flight Traffic
N/A
0/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
N/A
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Galway
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:47
☀️ Noon
13:38
🌇 Sunset
20:29
⏱️ Daylight
13h 41m
Wind Speed
19.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Galway
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Galway on April 11 averages 12°C with a 32% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 71/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Galway Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 17
12.5°C • 28% rain
Score
78
April 18
12.7°C • 24% rain
Score
78
April 16
12.4°C • 28% rain
Score
77
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📍 Is Galway Worth Visiting on April 11?
Planning a trip to Galway on April 11? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12°C with a 32% historical precipitation risk.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Ireland, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 10.8°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.42m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 11 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18.7°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 0.1°C in 2021.