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County Cork Weather in July

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

Thinking about venturing to County Cork, Ireland this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in County Cork in July

County Cork, Ireland is a region in Ireland. July 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, July 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 July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cobh with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Allihies with 107 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Cork typically sees 169 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.

Explore County Cork by month

Best Places to Visit in County Cork in July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in County Cork, Ireland?

Temperature range in County Cork (July)

Precipitation variation in County Cork (July)

Cork

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
169 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Kinsale

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
169 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Blarney

In July 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.

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

Clonakilty

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
169 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Skibbereen

In July 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.

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

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

In our records: Ireland July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Ireland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest July day in Ireland brought 366 mm (14 in) in Lahinch on July 11, 2001.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cork 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Kinsale 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Blarney 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Clonakilty 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Skibbereen 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Baltimore 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

County Cork weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

In July, 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 July?

In Cork, the average daytime high in July is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 13°C (55°F).

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

Not particularly. Cork averages just 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for County Cork, Ireland.

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

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to County Cork, Ireland. Typically, the climate in Cork is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit County Cork, Ireland is in July, August and September with generally 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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