Cork

County Cork Weather in August

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

Considering a trip to County Cork, Ireland this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in County Cork in August

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

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Cork. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in County Cork, Ireland.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of County Cork, Ireland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cobh with an average of 75 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Allihies with 114 mm (4.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Cork gets around 160 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.

Explore County Cork by month

Best Places to Visit in County Cork in August

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

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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 Cork

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

Temperature range in County Cork (August)

Precipitation variation in County Cork (August)

Cork

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

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Kinsale

In August Kinsale generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Blarney

In August Blarney 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
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Clonakilty

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

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°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
169 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Skibbereen

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

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cork 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Kinsale 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Blarney 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Clonakilty 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Skibbereen 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Baltimore 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

County Cork weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, County Cork, Ireland generally has pleasant weather conditions. Cork sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 13°C (55°F).

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

Cork averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in County Cork, Ireland during August, with Cork averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

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

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to County Cork, Ireland. Typically, the climate in Cork is pleasant. 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 July, August and September offering mostly pleasant weather in Cork. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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