August weather forecast
Buncrana, Ireland

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Weather in August

August holds on to the summer warmth, offering slightly cooler temperatures than July. Despite not being the warmest, August boasts the most rainfall of the year at 83mm (3.27"), contributing to the wet reputation of Irish summers. While sunshine hours decrease a bit, the daylight duration remains generous. The wind speed picks up again slightly, bringing a welcome relief from the summer heat. Overall, August weather in Buncrana provides an enjoyable end to summer, combining warmth with refreshing rainfall.

Temperature

As Buncrana, Ireland, welcomes August, the average high-temperature records at a still enjoyable 16°C (60.8°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. The temperature in Buncrana during August nights demonstrates a small drop from the daytime highs, settling to an average of 11°C (51.8°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Buncrana are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Buncrana. Rain falls for 25.4 days and accumulates 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Buncrana.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 9:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:24 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Buncrana, the average sunshine in August is 6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in August interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Buncrana in August?

During August, Buncrana experiences an average high-temperature of 16°C (60.8°F) and a low-temperature of 11°C (51.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Buncrana?

The months with the highest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in August in Buncrana?

In Buncrana, Ireland, the average relative humidity in August is 87%.

What is the wettest month in Buncrana?

The month with the most rainfall in Buncrana, Ireland, is August, when the rain falls for 25.4 days and typically aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Buncrana in August?

In Buncrana, Ireland, in August, during 25.4 rainfall days, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Buncrana?

In Buncrana, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Buncrana have in August?

In Buncrana, Ireland, the average day length in August is 14h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Buncrana?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 9:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:24 pm IST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buncrana have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 6h.

When is the highest UV index in Buncrana?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Buncrana.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Buncrana?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Buncrana is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average temperature in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in August: 16°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average pressure in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average wind speed in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.7km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average humidity in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average humidity in August: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (82%).

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Average rainfall in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average rainfall in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in August: 83mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (83mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (29mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average rainfall days in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average snowfall in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average snowfall days in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average sunshine days in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average UV index in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average cloud cover in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in August: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are January and July (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in August
Buncrana, Ireland

Average visibility in August - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is February (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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