Clifden

Connemara Weather in August

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

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Clifden Oughterard Roundstone Cleggan

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

What to Expect in Connemara in August

Connemara, Ireland is a region in Ireland. August in Connemara generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Clifden. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Connemara, Ireland.

For a closer look at conditions across Connemara, Ireland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Spiddal with an average of 107 mm (4.2 in) to high rainfall in Carna with 139 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Clifden gets around 118 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Connemara in August

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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 Connemara

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

Temperature range in Connemara (August)

Precipitation variation in Connemara (August)

Clifden

In August Clifden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°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)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
118 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Clifden →

Oughterard

In August Oughterard 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
118 hours
118 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Oughterard →

Roundstone

In August Roundstone generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°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)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
118 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Roundstone →

Cleggan

In August Cleggan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°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
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Cleggan →

Ballyconneely

In August Ballyconneely generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°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
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Ballyconneely →

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

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Clifden 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Oughterard 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Roundstone 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Cleggan 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Ballyconneely 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Letterfrack 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)

Connemara weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Connemara, Ireland typically experiences tolerable weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Clifden average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Clifden peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in August, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

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

Clifden typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 121 mm (4.8 in) on average across Connemara, Ireland.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Connemara, Ireland?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Connemara, Ireland with overall tolerable weather in Clifden. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Clifden. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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