Region guide
🇮🇪Galway, Connemara and Western Ireland
Galway, Connemara, wild Atlantic scenery, music pubs, stone walls, islands, bogs, mountains and one of Ireland’s most atmospheric regions.
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Current weather
Average temperatures
14 °C
clear sky
Spring
Air8-15 °C
Sea8-10 °C
Summer
Air16-21 °C
Sea13-15 °C
Autumn
Air8-15 °C
Sea11-14 °C
Winter
Air4-9 °C
Sea7-9 °C
General information
Galway, Connemara and Western Ireland are ideal for travellers looking for music, Atlantic landscapes, Irish-speaking areas, villages and moody weather with personality.
Trips and nature
Connemara is wild and open, with mountains, bogs, lakes, beaches, islands and rugged roads. The light changes constantly, usually just to show off.
Food and atmosphere
Galway is lively, musical and student-friendly. Connemara and the Aran Islands add Gaelic culture, stone walls, crafts and deep western identity.
Transport and stay
Galway is reachable by train and bus, but Connemara is much easier with a car or organised tours.