August weather forecast
Drogheda, Ireland

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Weather in August

August in Drogheda promises a continuation of summer. Though slightly cooler than July, temperatures remain high. Despite more rainfall compared to July, reaching 40mm (1.57"), there's no sign of snowfall in this month. Sea temperatures peak and visitors can enjoy beach-related activities. As the month progresses, daylight hours start to retreat, signaling the impending autumn.

Temperature

The peak of Drogheda's temperatures is noted during July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Humidity

July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Drogheda.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout August, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.9 rainfall days, and 339mm (13.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F).
Note: Beware of 14.8°C (58.6°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F), they're uninviting, and a dip below 10°C (50°F) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Drogheda is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 9:22 pm. On the last day of August, in Drogheda, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Drogheda are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Drogheda?

The months of July and August are noted for their peak temperatures in Drogheda, with an average high-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

What is the temperature in August in Drogheda?

The high-temperature, in August, in Drogheda, is 16.8°C (62.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 11.8°C (53.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Drogheda?

July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months in Drogheda.

What is the average humidity in August in Drogheda?

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

How much does it rain in Drogheda in August?

In Drogheda, Ireland, during August, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Drogheda?

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

What month is the sea warmest in Drogheda?

The month with the warmest seawater in Drogheda, Ireland, is August, with an average sea temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

How cold is the water in August in Drogheda?

In August, the average sea temperature in Drogheda, Ireland, is 14.8°C (58.6°F). Swimming in 14.8°C (58.6°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

In Drogheda, the average day length in August is 14h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Drogheda?

On the first day of August in Drogheda, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 9:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:17 pm IST.

How many hours of sunshine does Drogheda have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Drogheda?

The months with the highest UV index in Drogheda, Ireland, are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in August in Drogheda?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Drogheda, Ireland

Average temperature in August - Drogheda, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in August: 16.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.4°C).

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Average pressure in August
Drogheda, Ireland

Average pressure in August - Drogheda, Ireland
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Drogheda, Ireland

Average wind speed in August - Drogheda, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in August: 16.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (14.8km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Drogheda, Ireland

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (84%).

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Average rainfall in August
Drogheda, Ireland

Average rainfall in August - Drogheda, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in August: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (18mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Drogheda, Ireland

Average rainfall days in August - Drogheda, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Drogheda, Ireland

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9mm).
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
Drogheda, Ireland

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Drogheda, Ireland

Average sea temperature in August - Drogheda, Ireland
  • Average sea temperature in August: 14.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.3°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Drogheda, Ireland

Average sunshine days in August - Drogheda, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Drogheda, Ireland

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Drogheda, Ireland

Average cloud cover in August - Drogheda, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in August: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in August
Drogheda, Ireland

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

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

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