Best Time to Hike European long distance path E8 - part Ireland
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for European long distance path E8 - part Ireland, Ireland, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on European long distance path E8 - part Ireland
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.6°C / 44°F | 1.8°C / 35°F | 103 mm | 12 |
| February | 9.2°C / 49°F | 4.4°C / 40°F | 121 mm | 18 |
| March | 10.4°C / 51°F | 4.4°C / 40°F | 92 mm | 17 |
| April | 12.9°C / 55°F | 5.8°C / 42°F | 93 mm | 15 |
| May | 16.3°C / 61°F | 8.2°C / 47°F | 85 mm | 14 |
| June | 16.9°C / 62°F | 10.1°C / 50°F | 76 mm | 16 |
| July | 18.3°C / 65°F | 11.6°C / 53°F | 100 mm | 18 |
| August | 18.7°C / 66°F | 12°C / 54°F | 68 mm | 18 |
| September | 15.5°C / 60°F | 9.2°C / 49°F | 109 mm | 16 |
| October | 13.2°C / 56°F | 8.3°C / 47°F | 109 mm | 15 |
| November | 10.5°C / 51°F | 5.6°C / 42°F | 140 mm | 17 |
| December | 8.8°C / 48°F | 4.1°C / 39°F | 106 mm | 13 |
Highlighted rows are the recommended hiking window. Climate normals via Open-Meteo (2-year average). Mountain weather varies — always check a live forecast before you set off.
The best months to hike European long distance path E8 - part Ireland are May, June, August. Expect daytime highs around 17°C (63°F) and nights near 10°C (50°F).
Pack flexible layers and a reliable rain shell — conditions can shift quickly in the mountains.
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