When is the best time to go to Buncrana?

When is the best time to go to Buncrana? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months in Buncrana are May, June, July, August, September and October
  • On average, the warmest months are June, July, August and September
  • The coldest months are January and February
  • The rainiest months are July and August


Annual weather in Buncrana

For full information about the climate and weather in Buncrana a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 41°F/45°F
4.1in
February 41°F/47°F
3.9in
March 41°F/49°F
3.2in
April 43°F/54°F
2.6in
May 49°F/58°F
4in
June 54°F/61°F
4.8in
July 56°F/63°F
6.3in
August 56°F/63°F
6in
September 52°F/61°F
4.1in
October 50°F/56°F
5in
November 45°F/50°F
4.6in
December 43°F/47°F
4.1in


Weather and climate in Buncrana

Buncrana enjoys a temperate oceanic climate (with warm summer) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Buncrana is 54°F (ranging from 45°F in january to 63°F in july). Annual rainfall is 52.7in, with a minimum of 2.6in in april and a maximum of 6.3in in july.
  • Between january and march the climate is very bad. The record temperature this month is 63°F and you can expect to have 3.2in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • In april the climate is unfavorable. The record temperature this month is 67°F and it rains about 2.6in each month.
  • Between the months of may and october the climate is just OK. In average, on the morning it is 50°F and you can expect to have 5in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • In the month of november the climate is unfavorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 47°F and, in november, 8 days of rain are expected.
  • In the month of december the climate is the worst possible. In average, on the morning it is 43°F and you can expect to have 4.1in of rainfall/month during this period.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Buncrana

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Buncrana: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Buncrana

Find out when Buncrana has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Buncrana

  • Very low season in Buncrana
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February and March.
  • Low season in Buncrana
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: April, November and December.
  • High season in Buncrana
    The number of visitors to Buncrana is high in: May, June, September and October.
  • Peak season in Buncrana
    The largest number of tourists visiting Buncrana is during: July and August.

Figure: Visitor index for Buncrana month by month



Best time for low prices in Buncrana

Average prices of hotels in Buncrana month by month

Generally, January is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Buncrana. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, June is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


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