County Antrim Weather in August

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

🔎
Lisburn Belfast

Are you planning a trip a to County Antrim, Ireland in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in County Antrim in August

County Antrim, Ireland is a region in Ireland. August in County Antrim generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Lisburn.

To explore the conditions in County Antrim, Ireland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 90 mm (3.5 in) in Lisburn.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Lisburn receives about 139 hours of sunlight in August, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore County Antrim by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in County Antrim — and find the best time to visit. (based on Lisburn)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May15°C (59°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September17°C (63°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit County Antrim →

Best Places to Visit in County Antrim in August

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

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 County Antrim

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

Temperature range in County Antrim (August)

Precipitation variation in County Antrim (August)

Lisburn

In August Lisburn 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
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
139 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Lisburn →

Belfast

In August Belfast 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)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
139 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Belfast →

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

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lisburn 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Belfast 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

County Antrim weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in County Antrim, Ireland in August?

Expect pleasant weather across County Antrim, Ireland in August. The popular destination of Lisburn averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in County Antrim, Ireland in August?

Daytime temperatures in Lisburn peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in August, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does County Antrim, Ireland get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in County Antrim, Ireland. Lisburn averages only about 90 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit County Antrim, Ireland?

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

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide pleasant weather in Lisburn. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in County Antrim.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Ireland? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Ireland.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

Go to Dingle in Ireland

Dolphins, Whales and breathtaking views. The colorful fishing village Dingle in Ireland has it all and this town is a must for your bucket list.

An Irish adventure like no other in Killarney National Park

Head down to the South West part of the country, County Kerry, to the small town of Killarney. If you want to experience what Ireland is really all about
Horseback riding in Ireland

Ireland is the most ideal place in the world for horseback riding. Combine this with the most hospitable people you will ever encounter and you have an unforgettable dream trip to add to your bucket list.

Must visit in Ireland →