What is the weather like in Killarney in January?

Expect temperatures between 4°C and 8°C with 42% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Killarney in January?

Killarney in January scores 62/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Killarney in January?

January in Killarney is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Killarney Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

8°C

Hottest around day 12

Avg Low

4°C

Coolest around day 8

Rainy Days

31days

42% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Killarney

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Currency

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Language

English

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Driving

Left side

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Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.288

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Remote

3/ 100

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Off the beaten path

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Ireland. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Ireland.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Ireland.If rabies exposures occur while in Ireland, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Killarney?

👌Good option with minor considerations(62/100)

Short Answer

Killarney during January means embracing the rain (42%, 3mm typical). Some activities may be affected, but the lush landscapes and fewer tourists can be rewarding.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

88% average humidity

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Parvovirus B19

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

43% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
88% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Photographers
79% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 48/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Killarney in January averages 8°C with 42% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Killarney in January

What are the temperatures in Killarney in January?

Daytime highs average 8°C, nights drop to 4°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Killarney in January?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Killarney in January?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is January peak season in Killarney?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Killarney Weather in January

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Killarney?

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