Lough Key, Ireland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Lough Key, Ireland? If you're planning to go to Lough Key, I have 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 Lough Key, Ireland

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

Important essentials for Lough Key, Ireland

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often get worn. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

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


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Lough Key, Ireland by month

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January

January in Lough Key can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C).

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February

February for Lough Key is cold. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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March

March in Lough Key can be very chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) to high 40s F (single digits C).

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April

If you visit Lough Key during April, you might notice that it is pretty cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes.

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May

May in Lough Key can be chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

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June

If you go to Lough Key in June, you will notice that it can be chilly. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

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July

If you visit Lough Key during July, you might see that it is relatively cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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August

August here is crisp. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains regularly.

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September

If you vacation in Lough Key during September, you may notice that it is chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

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October

October is cold. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains regularly.

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November

November in Lough Key is pretty cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about a third of the time.

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December

December in Lough Key is pretty cool and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain 5-10 days this month.

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Activities for Lough Key, Ireland

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Lough Key.

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