County Galway, Ireland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to County Galway, Ireland? If you're planning to go to County Galway, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to County Galway, Ireland

Based on the climate and weather in County Galway, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for County Galway, Ireland

Here are some general tips on what to wear in County Galway, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

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  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection possible.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a good value.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for County Galway, Ireland by month

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January

In January, County Galway is cold and extremely rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for County Galway, with most of the days of the month having rain. In January, humidity reaches as high as 90%.

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February

Traveling to County Galway in February, you will notice that it is pretty cool and very rainy. Expect it to rain most days. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C).

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March

March in County Galway is cold and extremely rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain almost every day. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 70% to 80% range on average.

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April

April in County Galway is pretty cool and very rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about two thirds of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.

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May

If you visit County Galway during May, you are likely to notice that it is chilly and extremely rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain most days.

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June

June in County Galway is cool and extremely rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) to low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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July

Traveling to County Galway in July, you will notice that it is cool and extremely rainy. Expect it to rain most days. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

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August

August is chilly and extremely rainy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains almost every day of the month.

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September

If you go to County Galway in September, you will notice that it is crisp and extremely rainy. Expect it to rain almost every day of the month. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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October

October here is chilly and extremely rainy. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains almost every day.

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November

In November, County Galway can be brisk and extremely rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for County Galway, with most of the days of the month having rain. In November, humidity reaches as high as 90%.

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December

December in County Galway is brisk and extremely rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain almost every day of the month. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 80% to 90% range on average.

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