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Kerry Weather in August

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

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Planning a getaway to Kerry, Ireland this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Kerry in August

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

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Killarney.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Glenflesk with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to high rainfall in Portmagee with 118 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Killarney gets around 139 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 Kerry by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kerry - and find the best time to visit. (based on Killarney)

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°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) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kerry in August

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

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 Kerry

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

Temperature range in Kerry (August)

Precipitation variation in Kerry (August)

Killarney

In August Killarney generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
139 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Killarney →

Kenmare

In August Kenmare generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
139 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Kenmare →

Dingle

In August Dingle generally has pleasant 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 good 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
140 hours
139 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
good
mixed
Climate in Dingle →

Tralee

In August Tralee 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 good 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
140 hours
139 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
101 mm (4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
very good
Climate in Tralee →

Killorglin

In August Killorglin 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 good 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
140 hours
139 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
Climate in Killorglin →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Killarney 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Kenmare 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Dingle 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Tralee 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Killorglin 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Waterville 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Kerry weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Kerry, Ireland typically experiences good weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Killarney average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

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

In Killarney, the average daytime high in August is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

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

Kerry, Ireland sees substantial rainfall in August. Killarney typically averages about 102 mm (4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Kerry, Ireland?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Kerry, Ireland with overall good weather in Killarney. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Kerry, Ireland is in June with generally very good weather in Killarney. In contrast, January, February, April, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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