Climate Insights for Waterford
County Waterford, Waterford City Metropolitan District, Ireland
Climate Overview
The climate in Waterford is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1,036 mm of precipitation falls per year. Waterford receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Waterford is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 5°C. Light snow can occur between January and March.The climate in Waterford is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 40.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Waterford receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Waterford is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 41°F. Light snow can occur between January and March.
Temperature
Waterford sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 5°C to 18°C. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 16°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 7°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Waterford sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 41°F to 64°F. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 64°F with a mean of 60°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 41°F and an average of 44°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Waterford is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,036 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 122 mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 54 mm. That's 68 mm 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 March, totalling around 8cm annually. March is the snowiest month with approximately 5cm.Waterford is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 2.1 in. That's 2.7 in 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 March, totalling around 3in annually. March is the snowiest month with approximately 2in.
Wind
Waterford is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/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 25km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/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 23km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.Waterford is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph 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 15mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Waterford is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 70 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 5°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Waterford is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 41°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Waterford 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Waterford based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.