Ireland Weather in August: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
August is one of the warmest months in Ireland, with average temperatures ranging from a low of 12.1°C (53.8°F) to a high of 18.8°C (65.8°F). The average daily temperature is around 15.3°C (59.5°F), which gives a pleasant feel outside at around 15.2°C (59.4°F). Ireland experiences high levels of humidity in August, with an average of 81.7%. This can make the air feel muggy and contribute to a sense of discomfort, especially when combined with the frequent rainfall. August is a relatively wet month in Ireland, with an average precipitation of 2.71 mm (0.11 inches) and a high chance of rain, with an average precipitation probability of 87.1%. Rainfall is spread over approximately 27 days of the month, with a cloud cover of 76.4% on average. The country’s lush green landscapes are sustained by the frequent summer showers. Winds are moderate in Ireland in August, with an average wind speed of 25.4 km/h (15.8 mph) and gusts reaching 45.4 km/h (28.2 mph). The island nation enjoys long daylight hours in August, with an average of 19.4 hours of daylight and a sunrise around 6:06 am local time and sunset around 8:50 pm local time. The UV index is relatively high at 6.4, so it’s important to take sun protection measures.
What is the temperature in Ireland in August?
Average air temperature in Ireland is 15.3°C (59.5°F) in August. The outside temperature in Ireland feels like 15.2°C (59.4°F) on a typical August day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 18.8°C (65.8°F) and feels like 18.8°C (65.8°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 12.1°C (53.7°F) which feels like 11.8°C (53.3°F).
How hot is Ireland in August?
The hot temperature in August in Ireland rises to 22.4°C (72.3°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 81.7% humidity. During hottest days of August it feels like 22.4 °C (72.3°F). The average maximum temp in Ireland is 18.8°C (72.3°F) during day time in August.
How cold is Ireland in August?
The coldest temp in Ireland in August drops to 8.3°C (46.9°F) during the cold nights. With 25.4km/h (15.8mph) winds and 81.7% humidity it feels like 6.4°C (43.5°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 12.1°C (53.7°F) during night time in August.
Does it rain in Ireland in August?
Yes, it rains for 27 days in Ireland in August averaging 2.71 mm of precipitation. Ireland has a 87.1% chance for rain throughout the entire month of August.
How much does it rain in Ireland throughout August?
Ireland has 2.71 mm (0.11 inch) of rain per day on average in August. It rains for an average of 27 days out of the entire month.
Is Ireland windy in August?
The average speed of wind in Ireland during August is 25.4km/h (15.8mph) and average windgust is 45.4km/h (28.2mph). On some days in August wind can reach up to 51.6km/h (32.1mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Ireland in August?
Most days of August the wind is blowing from South-Southwest direction in Ireland.
What are the humidity levels in Ireland in August?
The average humidity levels in Ireland in August are 81.7%. Daily humidity levels in Ireland range from 72% to 92% during August.
How many hours of daylight are in Ireland in August?
Ireland has 14 hours 44 minutes of daylight in August on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Ireland in August is at 6:06:10 and the sunset is at 20:50:44.
What is the cloud coverage in Ireland in August?
Clouds cover 76.4% of the sky on average throughout August in Ireland. The cloud coverage ranges from 54.4% to 93.8% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in August in Ireland?
The average UV index in Ireland is 6.4 in August. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 1 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Ireland in August?
The average solar radiation is 137.5 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Ireland during August. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 23.5 W/m2 to 216.1 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during August in Ireland?
The average solar energy during August in Ireland is 11.9 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 2 MJ/m2, to 18.7 MJ/m2 during August.
Are there severe weather risks in Ireland in August?
No, there are no risks for severe weather in Ireland in August.
What is the air pressure in Ireland in August?
On average the air pressure in Ireland in August is 1011.8 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 988.9 mb to 1021.8 mb.
What is the visibility in Ireland in August?
The average daylight visibility in Ireland in August is 19.4 km (12 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 8.5 km (5.3 miles) to 25.4 km (15.8 miles) throughout August.
What is the dew point in Ireland in August?
The average dew point in Ireland during August is 12°C (53.7°F).
Where is the data for Ireland climate in August coming from?
The climate data for Ireland in August is collected from the following weather stations.
- CASEMENT, EI
- DUBLIN, EI
- MULLINGAR, EI
- EIDW
- EIME
- FW4142 Dublin IE