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Leopardstown weather in August (Dublin County, Ireland)

How is August weather typically in Leopardstown? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In August, Leopardstown typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Summer occurs in August. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 19°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 12°C.

Precipitation

Leopardstown in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 157 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Average windspeed

In August, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s, leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

Average water temperature in August

The water maintains a cool 15°C, which offers a refreshing, if chilly, swimming experience. While not exactly tropical, determined swimmers can still enjoy the water with the right mindset and maybe a wetsuit for longer sessions.

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

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Leopardstown, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 15°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s *  
SunshineSunshine 157 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Dublin, Ireland (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in August

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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So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Leopardstown, 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
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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