Killarney
City in Ireland
Killarney is a town in Ireland with a population of 14,412 as of 2022. Located 262 km from Dublin, the town serves as a base for visiting historic landmarks like Muckross House, Ross Castle, and Muckross Abbey.
What to see
The area features several historic sites. Muckross House is a prominent landmark, joined by the nearby ruins of Muckross Abbey. Visitors also travel to see Ross Castle, which is situated in the same region.
When to go
Temperatures are mild throughout the year, with daily highs ranging from 8 °C in winter to 18 °C in summer. Rainfall occurs year-round, but April through July generally sees fewer rainy days than the winter months, which experience rain on roughly 20 to 23 days each month.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Kerry Airport in Farranfore, located 14 km from Killarney. Alternatively, travelers can use Cork International Airport, which is 74 km away.
Top sights in Killarney
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 18 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 13 | 10 | 9 |
| Average low, °C | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| Rainfall, mm | 201 | 150 | 151 | 105 | 111 | 101 | 98 | 116 | 133 | 195 | 187 | 195 |
| Rainy days | 21 | 20 | 19 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 17 | 20 | 21 | 23 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Killarney (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.