June weather forecast
Galway, Ireland

June signifies the doorway to summer in Galway, Ireland. The near 17-hour daylight duration beckons outdoor enthusiasts and paves the way for a variety of recreational activities. The sea temperatures hover around an agreeable 12.8°C (55°F). Despite a slight increase in rainfall from May, June's temperate weather showcases some of the best Galway has to offer.

Temperature

The advent of June sees the average high-temperature at an enjoyable 17.8°C (64°F), subtly shifted from May's 15.8°C (60.4°F). Galway reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 10.6°C (51.1°F) in June.

Rainfall

In Galway, in June, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 232 rainfall days, and 1156mm (45.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In June, the average sea temperature is 12.8°C (55°F).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 12.8°C (55°F) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 10°C (50°F) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 16h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of June in Galway, Ireland, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 9:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 10:07 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Galway, the average sunshine in June is 5h.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Galway, Ireland. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in June leads to these recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.