Late summer · Weather & things to do
Galway in August
Little changes in Galway from July: highs stay near 66°F (19°C), lows near 53°F (11°C), and about 4.1 in (105 mm) of rain falls.
At 76/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 66°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (105 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are mild at around 66°F (19°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 53°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.1 in (105 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 79%.
Plan around August
August is one of Galway's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from July (76 → 76/100).
- 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 eveningslows near 53°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Galway in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Inis Mór
Largest Aran Island; cycle to the cliff-edge fort of Dún Aonghasa.
Why now August scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
McDonagh's
Family-run fish and chip bar and seafood restaurant on Quay Street.
Why now Highs near 66°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Ard Bia at Nimmos
Café and restaurant in an old stone customs house by the Spanish Arch.
Tigh Neachtain
Corner pub with snugs and a painted front, known for music and conversation.
Spanish Arch and Galway City Museum
16th-century arch on the Corrib with a free museum beside it.
Nearby in August
- Doolin & the Cliffs of Moher in August~22 mi · highs 63°F, 4.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Connemara in August~42 mi · highs 62°F, 4.8 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Dublin in August~116 mi · highs 64°F, 3.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Fort William in August~291 mi · highs 63°F, 6.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
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.
Galway in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Galway?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 76/100. Expect highs of 66°F (19°C) and 4.1 in (105 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Sep window our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends.
How hot is Galway in August?
Average highs are 66°F (19°C) and average lows 53°F (11°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Galway in August?
Some: about 4.1 in (105 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.6 in (1134 mm).
What should I pack for Galway in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 53°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way May – Sep
Planning Galway in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.