Ireland

An Rinn

An Rinn - photo 1

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An Rinn (also known as Ring) is a small coastal village on the southwest coast of Ireland, near County Galway. It is not a major diving hub of the country, and the region’s diving activity is limited. Nearby saltwater diving options would typically involve trips to the Atlantic coast around Connemara and the Burren, with local dive centers focusing on recreational shallow reefs, wrecks, and rocky offshore sites when available. The area features a rugged Atlantic environment, and visibility can vary with weather. Inland, there is a freshwater option at Lough Furnace, which may be used for training or shallow, close-to-shore activities by local clubs, but it is not a prominent dive destination on its own. Overall, An Rinn provides coastal access for general travel and adventurers; serious divers may plan trips to larger nearby centers along the coast.

Essential information for traveling in Ireland

About Ireland

Sea
Celtic Sea, Inner Seas off the West Coast of Sc...
Timezone
Europe/Dublin
Languages
EN GA
Demonym
Irish
Phone prefix
+353

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Plug type
Type G
Airports
DUB ORK SNN NOC KIR

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around An Rinn

Nearby Dive Sites (6)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around An Rinn

The best time to dive in An Rinn

The best months to dive in An Rinn are from April to July. Temperatures are confortable (11-16°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
6 °C
02 - Feb.
7 °C
03 - Mar.
9 °C
04 - Apr.
11 °C
05 - May
14 °C
06 - Jun.
15 °C
07 - Jul.
16 °C
08 - Aug.
17 °C
09 - Sept.
13 °C
10 - Oct.
11 °C
11 - Nov.
9 °C
12 - Dec.
7 °C

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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