Killarney

Ring of Kerry Weather in August

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

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Killarney Kenmare Killorglin Waterville

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

What to Expect in the Ring of Kerry in August

The Ring of Kerry, Ireland is a region in Ireland. August in the Ring of Kerry generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

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

To explore the conditions in the Ring of Kerry, Ireland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Killarney with an average of 102 mm (4 in) to high rainfall in Portmagee with 118 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Killarney as an example - it receives around 139 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore the Ring of Kerry by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Ring of 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)
Best Time to Visit the Ring of Kerry →

Best Places to Visit in the Ring of Kerry in August

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

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

Temperature range in the Ring of Kerry (August)

Precipitation variation in the Ring of 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 tolerable 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
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
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 tolerable 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
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Kenmare →

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 tolerable 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
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Killorglin →

Waterville

In August Waterville 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 tolerable 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
107 mm (4.2 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Waterville →

Cahersiveen

In August Cahersiveen 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 tolerable 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
108 mm (4.3 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Cahersiveen →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Ring of Kerry, in Ireland.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Ring of 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)
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)
Cahersiveen 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Sneem 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)

The Ring of Kerry weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across the Ring of Kerry, Ireland in August. The popular destination of Killarney averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Killarney peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in August, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

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

the Ring of 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 the Ring of Kerry, Ireland?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit the Ring of Kerry, Ireland with overall tolerable weather in Killarney. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit the Ring of Kerry, Ireland is in June with generally pleasant weather in Killarney. The weather in January, February, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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