August weather forecast
Clifden, Ireland

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Weather in August

Weather in August retains much of July's summer warmth, though with a slight increment in rainfall to 97mm (3.82") heralding an approaching change. A distinct temperate weather persists, ensuring continued outdoor activities. As days get shorter, there's a sense of drawing towards the end of summer. Despite the subtle changes towards the latter part of the month, the sunny days still retain the summer vibe. The Irish landscape remains vibrant and inviting, basking in the August sun.

Temperature

Temperatures reach their maximum during July and August, recording an average high-temperature of 18°C (64.4°F).

Rainfall

In Clifden, during August, the rain falls for 21 days and regularly aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Clifden, there are 248 rainfall days, and 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Clifden is August, with an average sea temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F).
Note: For the majority, swimming in water with a temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F) is not enjoyable. The difficulty in managing breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Clifden, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 9:35 pm. On the last day of August, in Clifden, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:31 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Clifden, Ireland, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Clifden?

July and August in Clifden are characterised by peak temperatures, with an average high of 18°C (64.4°F).

What are August temperatures in Clifden?

In August, in Clifden, the average high-temperature is 18°C (64.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 11°C (51.8°F).

How many days does it rain in August in Clifden?

In Clifden, in August, during 21 rainfall days, 97mm (3.82") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the warmest sea water in Clifden?

With an average sea temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Clifden.

How cold is the water in August in Clifden?

In Clifden, Ireland, in August, the average water temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in August in Clifden?

In August, the average day length in Clifden is 14h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Clifden?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 9:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Clifden, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:31 pm IST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Clifden?

In Clifden, the average sunshine duration in August is 4h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Clifden?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Clifden, Ireland, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in August
Clifden, Ireland

Average temperature in August - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in August: 18°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (18°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (11°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (3°C).

Average rainfall in August
Clifden, Ireland

Average rainfall in August - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in August: 97mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (137mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (66mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Clifden, Ireland

Average rainfall days in August - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, November and December (24 days).
The months with the least rainy days are April, June and July (17 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Clifden, Ireland

Average sea temperature in August - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average sea temperature in August: 15.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (9.3°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Clifden, Ireland

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 4h

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h).

Average UV index in August
Clifden, Ireland

Average UV index in August - Clifden, Ireland
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 0).

Clifden, Ireland

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