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Galway
Ireland·🌊 Coastal
On Ireland's west coast on Galway Bay. Galway is Ireland's cultural capital with live music in every pub, colourful facades, and a vibrant festival scene. The city is also the gateway to Connemara and the Aran Islands.
What awaits you
City tripMuseumsLocal cuisineWalkableBy the sea
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Best time to visit
Max. temperature
9°Jan
10°Feb
11°Mar
13°Apr
16°May
18°Jun
18°Jul
19°Aug
17°Sep
14°Oct
11°Nov
9°Dec
Water temperature
7°Jan
8°Feb
9°Mar
11°Apr
14°May
17°Jun
17°Jul
18°Aug
17°Sep
14°Oct
11°Nov
9°Dec
Sunshine hours
4hJan
4hFeb
6hMar
7hApr
9hMay
10hJun
9hJul
9hAug
7hSep
5hOct
4hNov
3hDec
Rain days
13dJan
18dFeb
18dMar
15dApr
15dMay
16dJun
18dJul
19dAug
13dSep
21dOct
16dNov
16dDec
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Galway as a Vacation Destination
Galway is an excellent choice for city breaks. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 19°C.
The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed.
The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine.
Good to know
Price level
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Local languages
EN, GA