Louth County Weather in August

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

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Dundalk Carlingford Drogheda

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

What to Expect in Louth County in August

Louth County, Ireland is a region in Ireland. August in Louth County 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 Dundalk.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Drogheda with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Dundalk with 89 mm (3.5 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Dundalk receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Dundalk typically sees 157 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 Louth County by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August19°C (66°F) September18°C (64°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Louth County in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Louth County

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

Temperature range in Louth County (August)

Precipitation variation in Louth County (August)

Dundalk

In August Dundalk 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.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°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
166 hours
157 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Dundalk →

Carlingford

In August Carlingford 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 »
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)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
157 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Carlingford →

Drogheda

In August Drogheda generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
157 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dundalk 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Carlingford 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Drogheda 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Louth County weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Louth County, Ireland typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Dundalk average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

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

In Dundalk, the average daytime high in August is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Louth County, Ireland during August, with Dundalk averaging close to 89 mm (3.5 in).

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Dundalk. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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