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Cork weather in September (County Cork, Ireland)

How does the weather in Cork usually fare in September? Here’s everything you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The typical weather for September in Cork includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 12°C.

Precipitation

Cork in September usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. You can expect rain on around 17 days based on historical patterns.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 128 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

Average windspeed

Wind speeds average 5 m/s during September. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

Average water temperature in September

At 15°C, the water feels crisp and invigorating rather than welcoming. You'll likely need a few moments to adjust to the temperature, and shorter swimming sessions tend to be more comfortable than extended water activities.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Cork, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 128 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 33%  

Where to go in Ireland in September

Find out more about the weather in Ireland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Ireland, check out our Cork's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Cork, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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