Climate Overview
The climate in Kenmare is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1283mm of precipitation falls per year. Kenmare receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kenmare is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, March, February, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Kenmare sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 3°C to 18°C. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 15°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kenmare is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1283mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 135mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 80mm. That's 56mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 17cm annually. March is the snowiest month with approximately 5cm.
Wind
Kenmare is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Kenmare, which began on September 23, 2026. Kenmare is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 18°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 3°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 3 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 286mm for the season, averaging 95mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 277mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 5 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 357mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 3 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 363mm across the season with a monthly average of 121mm. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kenmare based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.