In August my bf is taking me to Ireland to meet his family for a month, we will be staying at his parents house to. He's being very vague on what to pack as he won't be bringing much because most of his clothes are at home. I don't know the first thing about Ireland except about his family.. I'm from Australia so I'm use to the heat as well Advise would be great!
How to pack and what to expect for Ireland
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Layers. A Lightweight waterproof jacket. Sensible comfortable shoes. And a BF sensible enough to offer help and advice.
It will not be hot.
It will most likely be coolish or can be slightly warmish. It will be damp - yes, most of the time. Many (most) days you will have mist, drizzle, light rain - and every once in a while a downpour. There will be sunny intervals. Often you will get all of these in one day.
Bring 2 pair of waterproofed walking shoes a light rain jacket with a hood and a sturdy folding umbrella. Bring some short sleeve tops, some long sleeve and a couple light sweaters. Bring something besides jeans (which are nasty when wet and take forever to dry). You can then layer as needed.
Unless you are going to a specific special event - dress is very casual.
Hi Kristy93,
"What to expect?" RAIN, but oh, when the sun comes out and the droplets cover the flowers and greenery - it's beautiful!
Enjoy Ireland...