Muckross Abbey
Muckross Abbey is a national monument of Ireland consisting of abbey and monastery ruins. It was established in the 15th century.
Planning a visit
The site is open daily from 08:00 to 20:00. Visitors can reach the abbey via Kerry Airport in Farranfore, which is 17 km away, or Cork International Airport, located 72 km away. The abbey is 263 km from Dublin.
July and August have the highest temperatures, with daily highs of 18 °C. Rainfall is lowest in July, with about 109 mm of rain over 19 days. Nearby points of interest include Muckross House, 1 km away, and Ross Castle, 2.9 km away. Bantry House is also nearby at 38.9 km.
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 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 13 | 10 | 8 |
| Average low, °C | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 4 |
| Rainfall, mm | 224 | 169 | 168 | 118 | 124 | 112 | 109 | 129 | 148 | 217 | 208 | 218 |
| Rainy days | 21 | 20 | 19 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 17 | 20 | 21 | 23 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
