Travel to Ireland

auroraglow · Newbie

Travel to Ireland

TxDevil · Veteran Member

I am traveling to Ireland in November as well. They say that there are roughly 3 hours of daylight in November. I've been to Europe in November, and I don't think that it necessarily means that it's pitch black for 21 hours. You just don't have the BRIGHT daylight but for 3 hours.

My mother and I went in March of 04, right before tourist season, and it was fabulous.

I have no qualms with traveling in November - only things you need to remember is that it's a LOT colder, possibly wetter and "darker". I'm sure it's still beautiful, though.

Michele Erdvig · Host

auroraglow,

Welcome to the forum. It is hard to predict the weather in Ireland. In general November can be rainy. However, it is possible to get nice days. Go to my "Weather" page to look at sunrise and sunset times. You can also click on any of the boxes around the weather map and get the history of the weather in Ireland. You can look at the last several Novembers to see what happened and if you think you want to go then.

There are more than three hours of daylight since sunrise is around 7:30 and sunset about 5 pm. As for the brightness, at that time of year it seems to be morning all day and then the sun sets.

If you decide to go in November, just have alternate plans for each day if you cannot be outdoors. Even if you do go at a better time of year there is never a guarantee for good weather.

Let us know if you have other questions.

Michele

Sidz · Guru

I have tried Ireland in both March and October, off months for crowds yet still in a good enough slot in the calendar year for possible great weather. To each their own financial situation, but I hate to pay double in the summer months and have the thrill of battling crowds and finding B&Bs hard to find. I'd much rather go during the so-called "off" time and leisurely trip. smile

-- Edited by Sidz at 10:31, 2007-07-09

TxDevil · Veteran Member

I second Sidz remarks. I love to travel, but I hate to be a "tourist". It seems that everytime that I've been to Europe, it's been in the off-season. And, I love it. It just seems that you get more of a feel of what the country is like when they aren't filled with tourists.

I like to go at my own pace and not have to worry about fighting crowds for really touristy stuff that I have to see at least once. I went to Holland last November and there were NO lines for any of the museums or Anne Frank's house. Plus, I love the cold weather that Europe gets. I'm from Texas, and we don't get REAL winters - and maybe that's why I choose to go when it's cold.

Early sunset means more time spent in the pub, where I like it. haha.

I hope you enjoy your trip whichever season you choose to visit.
You'll only be back to try it again in the other seasons. :)

auroraglow · Newbie

Thanks to all who replied. I feel more comfortable with booking this November trip after hearing your comments!!

Michele Erdvig · Host

auroraglow,

Happy to help. When planning your itinerary you should be aware that some sightseeing attractions will be closed (but not all). With some good pre-planning you can negotiate around the closings and still be able to enjoy Ireland.

Michele