Ireland temperatures in August

August in Ireland has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from moderate in Greencastle with 17°C to pleasant temperatures in Drogheda with 20°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C in Drogheda and 13°C in Greencastle. The month of August is in the summer season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Ireland in August?

To get a sense of August's typical temperatures in the key spots of Ireland, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in August in Ireland?
  • Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Drogheda is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 20°C, while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 13°C."

  • What is the coldest city in August in Ireland?
  • The coldest city in August in Ireland is Greencastle when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 17°C and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 13°C.

  • How much sun does Ireland get in August?
  • The city Dublin usually sees around 157 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

  • What is the water's temperature in August?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 16°C in Cork this month, so not the best month to swim.

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