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When is the Best Time to Visit Ireland?
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(0:54) When Should I Go to Ireland?
There is no bad time to visit Ireland!
We have visited in every month of the year and I can honestly say that any time you can go to Ireland is a good time to go!
Planning your trip is dependent on your own schedule and the experiences you want to have.
(1:55) My Favorite Month to Visit Ireland
My favorite month to visit Ireland is September. Why? It's not as busy as summer, the weather is still quite good, and prices are beginning to drop a bit for flights and accommodation.
(2:27) Visiting Ireland in January
January in Ireland is the perfect time for a city break! Prices for everything from airfare to accommodations is less, and crowds are minimal.
Most attractions and tours are open year round in Ireland's cities, though they may have shorter hours. Shorter days mean longer nights, so you can expect lively pubs in the afternoon and evenings.
Ireland has a very temperate climate so even the coldest days don't often dip below freezing.
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(3:32) Visiting Ireland in February
February is the cheapest month to fly to Ireland. In my experience February has the harshest weather of any month in Ireland as the country transitions from winter to spring.
Much like January, February is a great time to focus on Irish cities.
(3:56) Visiting Ireland in March
Irish tourism gets a great boost in March due to St. Patrick's Day. You'll find many rural areas begin their tourism season around this time, though some may operate on shorter hours or limited days until the busier summer season.
Weather in March can be varied, so you want to be sure to pack for any and all types of weather.
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(4:40) Visiting Ireland in April
You'll find a little lull in tourists in April as the St. Patrick's Day revelers have departed and the busier travel season has not yet begun. Most tourism sites and attractions are open and ready for visitors, though hours may still be limited to specific days of the week.
April weather is quite similar to March, though temperatures are on the rise.
(5:08) Visiting Ireland in May
