Monaghan County Weather in August

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

Thinking about venturing to Monaghan County, Ireland this August 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 Monaghan County in August

Monaghan County, Ireland is a region in Ireland. August in Monaghan 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 Monaghan.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Carrickmacross with an average of 94 mm (3.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Monaghan with 98 mm (3.9 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Monaghan.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Monaghan, you can expect around 139 hours of sunlight in August, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Monaghan County by month

Best Places to Visit in Monaghan County in August

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

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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 Monaghan County

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

Temperature range in Monaghan County (August)

Precipitation variation in Monaghan County (August)

Monaghan

In August Monaghan 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
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
92 mm (3.6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Carrickmacross

In August Carrickmacross generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°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
86 mm (3.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Lisnalong

In August Lisnalong 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
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 rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Castleblayney

In August Castleblayney 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
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
148 hours
139 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Monaghan 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Carrickmacross 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Lisnalong 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Castleblayney 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Monaghan County weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

August in Monaghan County, Ireland brings pleasant weather. In Monaghan, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

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

Monaghan averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Monaghan County, Ireland during August, with Monaghan averaging close to 98 mm (3.9 in).

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Monaghan, August might be a good time to visit Monaghan County, Ireland. 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 offering mostly perfect weather in Monaghan. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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