If you plan to visit Dublin in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +66°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 21 rainy days in the month and around 83 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
83 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dublin has OK weather in August.
Average temperature in Dublin in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dublin for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +75°F during the day to a minimum of +52°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +68°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 31% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +61°F.
Is Dublin warm or cold in August?
Dublin is typically mild in August.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +68°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +55°F to +55°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
August is one of the warmest months in Dublin, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Dublin in August
Water in Dublin in August is Cold. It varies from +57°F to +60°F, with an average of +59°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +66°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Dublin are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +59°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +48°F.
Can you swim in Dublin in August?
We would not recommend swimming in Dublin in August, the water is very cold (+59°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Dublin in August
Dublin weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+68°F
+66°F
+63°F
Min. temperature
+41°F
+37°F
+34°F
Max. temperature
+88°F
+84°F
+81°F
Rainfall
74 mm
83 mm
72 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+58°F
+59°F
+58°F
Humidity
79%
80%
81%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
1
1
1
Cloudy days
8
9
11
Rainy days
21
21
18
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.It’s getting colder in August. From +68°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +66°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 74 mm to 83 mm.Humidity rises from 79% to 80%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Dublin in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Dublin is gradually decreasing during August, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Dublin based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 71% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 186 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 39 mm, which is moderate rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Dublin wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 145 mm of rainfall per day. September, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 60% chance of precipitation and 72 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Dublin?
This is the weather in Dublin in August 2023:
1 August
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+68°F
2 August
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+62°F
3 August
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+67°F
4 August
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+64°F
5 August
🌧️
+64°F
6 August
🌧️
+66°F
7 August
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+65°F
8 August
🌧️
+65°F
9 August
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+74°F
10 August
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+73°F
11 August
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+72°F
12 August
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+69°F
13 August
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+68°F
14 August
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+68°F
15 August
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+70°F
16 August
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+66°F
17 August
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+69°F
18 August
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+64°F
19 August
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+71°F
20 August
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+73°F
21 August
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+72°F
22 August
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+69°F
23 August
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+68°F
24 August
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+66°F
25 August
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+65°F
26 August
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+66°F
27 August
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+65°F
28 August
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+65°F
29 August
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+64°F
30 August
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+64°F
31 August
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+62°F
In August 2023 Dublin had 1 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 60%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Dublin climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Dublin in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+54°F) and the highest in 2023 (+58°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 627 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 15853 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dublin in August:
Is August a good time to visit Dublin?
It’s always a good time to visit Dublin, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Dublin in August?
August has mild temperatures in Dublin. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Dublin in August?
Swimming in Dublin in August is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Dublin rainy in August?
Dublin is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Dublin in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dublin in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Ireland
Check out the weather for other cities in Ireland.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dublin, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.