Mutton Island Island
Small Irish island off Munster coast
Off Ireland's coast, a small offshore island visited for coastal walks, seabird colonies, and lighthouse views; accessed by boat or causeway in some locations, it suits short coastal excursions.
Mutton Island at a Glance#
How to Get to Mutton Island#
Access is by small boat from Galway and nearby harbours; there is no regular ferry service. Local boat operators and charter skippers can advise on safe landing spots and tidal conditions.
Tips for Visiting Mutton Island#
- If approaching from Galway, time visits around low tide for certain viewpoints; watch local ferry schedules if using small passenger boats.
- Walk to the island's causeway (where one exists) carefully; some approaches are slippery and tide‑dependent.
Best Time to Visit Mutton Island#
Late spring and summer offer the most clement weather and easier sea conditions for visiting.
Late spring-summer
May-August · 10-18°C
Best time for calm seas and longer daylight; seabird activity peaks and the island is pleasant for short visits.
Weather & Climate near Mutton Island#
Climate
Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1248 mm/year), wettest in November.
Air Quality:
AQI 25
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 4° - 9° | 3° | 132 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Acceptable | 4° - 9° | 3° | 89 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 5° - 10° | 4° | 89 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 6° - 12° | 6° | 67 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 11° | 81 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.5h |
| June | Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 75 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.5h |
| July | Good | 12° - 18° | 15° | 80 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| August | Good | 12° - 19° | 15° | 93 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.3 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 14.5h |
| September | Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 121 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 8° - 14° | 11° | 131 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | 6° - 11° | 6° | 146 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 5° - 10° | 4° | 144 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |