Inishbiggle

Island Rural island off County Mayo with small community

A remote Mayo island with a tiny community, sandy beaches and winding lanes; people visit for crofting life, sea walks and ferry-accessed solitude off Ireland’s west coast.

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Inishbiggle
Inishbiggle, Clew Bay area, County Mayo, Ireland
53.9942, -9.9058

How to Get to Inishbiggle #

Reached by small ferry from mainland County Mayo; crossings are weather-dependent and schedules are limited, so confirm with local harbor authorities or tour operators.

Tips for Visiting Inishbiggle #

  • Ferry schedules are infrequent; check the local Arranmore/County Mayo boat timetables in advance.
  • Bring insect repellent in summer - the island has boggy ground in places.

Best Time to Visit Inishbiggle #

Visit in summer for the most consistent access; always confirm small-boat schedules ahead of arrival.

Summer
June-August · 12-20°C
Best for reliable boat crossings and clearer weather.
Late spring
May · 8-14°C
Quieter and verdant, though still weather-dependent.

Weather & Climate near Inishbiggle #

Climate

Inishbiggle's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1202 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
7.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.7h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.7h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
12° 17°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
12° 18°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
14.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (136 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

48 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
13°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

136 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.3h daylight

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