Temperatures in August
It's cool to moderate in August in Ireland with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 13°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Ireland in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Ireland with mild temperatures, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights close to 12°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 19°C, with nights close to 13°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Ireland will be around 18°C, with nights close to 12°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 87 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Across the whole month, the average precipitation chance is 52% per day.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Ireland. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Ireland in August |
UK | ||
---|---|---|---|
Average Temperature |
18°C | 22°C | |
High Temp |
20°C | 24°C | |
Low Temp |
17°C | 19°C | |
Total Precipitation |
87 mm | 60 mm | |
Rainy Days |
16 days | 10 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Ireland?
Want nice weather? Then August is a great time to be in Ireland. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Ireland in August
With 28°C, Ireland hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 5°C to a high of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Ireland
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Ireland, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in August in Ireland
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Daily Precipitation in August in Ireland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Ireland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 16 days of rain in Ireland.
Daily UV Index in August in Ireland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Ireland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Ireland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Ireland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Ireland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Ireland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Ireland
Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Ireland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in August in Ireland
The weather in August in Ireland is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Ireland? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewAugust in Ireland meant humid but not too cold days. The sun shone regularly, but there were also lots of clouds and some rain. The weather was not ideal for the beach or swimming in the sea.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Ireland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ireland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.