August weather forecastDrogheda, Ireland
August
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 48min
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 48min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
