Does Ireland get much sun?

Ireland normally gets between 1100 and 1600 hours of sunshine each year. The sunniest months are May and June. During these months, sunshine duration averages between 5 and 6.5 hours per day over most of the country. The extreme southeast gets most sunshine, averaging over 7 hours a day in early summer.

Why is Ireland’s weather so bad?

Temperature. Ireland experiences a lack of temperature extremes compared to other areas at similar latitudes. Due to climate change, it is estimated that the temperatures will rise everywhere of up to 3.4 degrees by the end of the century. Extreme heat and cold are both rare throughout the country.

Does it ever get warm in Ireland?

Extreme winters are rare, and you’re more likely to encounter a warm glow than a frosty reception, with average winter temperatures of between 40°F/5°C and 46°F/8°C. Summer temperatures are generally between 60°F/15°C to 70°F/20°C.

Can you get sunburned in Ireland?

Most people living in Ireland have skin type 1 or 2, which burns easily and tans poorly, so are particularly at risk from too much sun exposure. Did you know that you can get sunburnt on a cloudy day and even under the water? Or that too much sun leads to premature skin ageing, and increases skin cancer risk!

Can you get a tan in Ireland?

Most people living in Ireland have fair skin (i.e. skin type 1 or 2) which burns easily and tans poorly, so are particularly vulnerable to UV damage and skin cancer.

Is the sun stronger in Ireland?

The time of day – UV rays are stronger in Ireland from 11am to 3pm. The time of year – UV rays reach the earth all year round but in Ireland exposure is usually greatest from April to September. Altitude – The higher up you go the higher the level of UV radiation.

Is Ireland a beautiful country?

Ireland named one of the most beautiful countries in the world by respected travel guide. Cliffs of Moher, County Clare, Ireland. Finishing in the 18th spot, Ireland beats out other popular destinations such as Croatia, Australia and Vietnam – and even the most visited country in the world – France.

How many hours of sunlight does Ireland get a day?

Sunshine and Solar Radiation. Ireland normally gets between 1100 and 1600 hours of sunshine each year. The sunniest months are May and June. During these months, sunshine duration averages between 5 and 6.5 hours per day over most of the country.

Why doesn’t it snow in Ireland?

Actually, the coldest temperature on its own explains (trivially) why it doesn’t snow much in the Irish capital, but it’s worth looking at why that is, and continentality holds the clue. When land masses cool down or warm up, they don’t have many options for shedding / gaining heat.

What happens if you don’t get enough sun exposure?

‘In short, a lack of vitamin D not only affects you physically but also mentally, without enough sun exposure, your serotonin levels can dip and low levels of serotonin are associated with a higher risk of major depression and SAD.’

Why is Ireland so far away from the sea?

Oceans have higher heat capacity than continental land masses. They heat up and cool down more slowly than the land. They have a moderating impact on nearby land masses. Ireland has nowhere that is very far from the sea. In general places closer to large bodies of water have less extreme weather than landlocked areas.