Late summer · Weather & things to do
Dublin in August
Little changes in Dublin from July: highs stay near 64°F (18°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), and about 3.6 in (91 mm) of rain falls.
At 78/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 3.6 in (91 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 78%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 34 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are mild at around 64°F (18°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 55°F (13°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.6 in (91 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 78%.
Plan around August
August is one of Dublin's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from July (79 → 78/100).
- August sits inside the May – Sep window our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 55°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dublin in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Kilmainham Gaol
Former prison where leaders of the 1916 Rising were executed; guided tours only.
Leo Burdock
Dublin's oldest chipper, frying cod and chips since 1913.
National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology
Celtic gold, Viking finds and preserved bog bodies. Free entry.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
The Long Hall
Victorian pub with dark wood, mirrors and chandeliers, unchanged in decades.
The Brazen Head
Pub dating its license to 1198, with trad music every night.
Nearby in August
- Galway in August~116 mi · highs 66°F, 4.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Doolin & the Cliffs of Moher in August~131 mi · highs 63°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Connemara in August~155 mi · highs 62°F, 4.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- The Cotswolds in August~213 mi · highs 69°F, 2.8 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Dublin in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Dublin?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 78/100. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 3.6 in (91 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Sep window our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends.
How cold is Dublin in August?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dublin in August?
Some: about 3.6 in (91 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 38.7 in (982 mm).
What should I pack for Dublin in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 55°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way May – Sep
Planning Dublin in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.