Doolin

Clare Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Clare, Ireland in August.

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Doolin Ennis Bunratty Lisdoonvarna

Planning a trip to Clare, Ireland this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Clare in August

Clare, Ireland is a region in Ireland. August in Clare generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Doolin. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Clare, Ireland.

For specific regional insights in Clare, Ireland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Killaloe with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) to high rainfall in Doolin with 138 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Doolin typically sees 142 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Clare in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Clare.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Clare

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Clare, Ireland?

Temperature range in Clare (August)

Precipitation variation in Clare (August)

Doolin

In August Doolin generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
142 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Doolin →

Ennis

In August Ennis generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
142 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
102 mm (4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ennis →

Bunratty

In August Bunratty generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
142 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bunratty →

Lisdoonvarna

In August Lisdoonvarna generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
142 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Lisdoonvarna →

Ballyvaughan

In August Ballyvaughan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
142 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Ballyvaughan →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Clare, in Ireland.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Clare in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Doolin 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Ennis 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Bunratty 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Lisdoonvarna 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Ballyvaughan 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Lahinch 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)

Clare weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Clare, Ireland in August?

Clare, Ireland typically experiences tolerable weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Doolin average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Clare, Ireland in August?

In Doolin, the average daytime high in August is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does Clare, Ireland get a lot of rain in August?

Doolin typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 138 mm (5.4 in) on average across Clare, Ireland.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Clare, Ireland?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Clare, Ireland with overall tolerable weather in Doolin. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Doolin. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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