Dublin vs Cork

Dublin and Cork are closely matched in August. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Dublin sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Cork is also comfortable at 18°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cork is the stronger choice in August. Dublin receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Dublin reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Cork averages 18°C (64°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Dublin receives approximately 79 mm of rainfall across 14 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Cork sees 72 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Cork the drier option by 2 rain days and 7 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.