August · Ireland
Best time to visit Cork in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cork in August
Average temperature 16°C, 90 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.1/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 90 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Cork scores 8.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 16°C, 90 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cork spreads along the River Lee, with the English Market, Shandon bells, and Cobh's harbour within easy reach.
August in Cork: strong conditions, 3rd of 12
Temperatures hover around 16°C (61°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 90 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.6 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cork in August?
- In August, Cork averages 16°C, 90 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Cork?
- August earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cork in August?
- Expect about 90 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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