Ireland in September
If one month deserves to be the headline recommendation for Ireland it is September, when the coast empties overnight but the ferries, tours and restaurants are all still running.
Is September a good time to visit Ireland?
September sits mid-range in Ireland — around 70/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
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Ireland: tours and tickets in Dublin, from our booking partner.
Free cancellationCliffs of Moher, Fanore, Burren & Galway Day Trip
from€75
Free Walking Tour of Dublin
Free cancellationGiant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle & Belfast Tour
from€80
Free cancellationGlendalough, Wicklow & Kilkenny Day Trip
from€35
Free cancellationGo City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass
from€79
Free cancellationDublin Folk Show and Dinner
from€35
What closes and what fills up in September
- Schools return around 1 September — the crowd drops sharply in the first week
More tours and tickets
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How September compares across the year
Frequently asked questions
Is September a good month to visit Ireland?
September sits mid-range in Ireland — around 70/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
How busy is Ireland in September?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Ireland sits near 70/100 in September. The calmest of them is Dublin.
What is the weather like in Ireland in September?
Expect average highs near 18°C and lows near 11°C, with roughly 10 wet days — though Ireland varies by region.