Dublin vs Edinburgh

Dublin and Edinburgh 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. Edinburgh is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Edinburgh 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.

Edinburgh averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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.

Edinburgh sees 77 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Edinburgh the drier option by 1 rain day and 2 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.