Sligo in August
5.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 18°C. Very wet: about 18 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
18Rainy days (108 mm)
14:39 hDaylight
06:18Sunrise · 20:58 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Very wet: about 18 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.8 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±4.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C | 3°C | 109 mm | 18 | – | – | 4.2 |
| February | 8°C | 3°C | 96 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.7 |
| March | 9°C | 4°C | 91 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.8 |
| April | 12°C | 5°C | 84 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.4 |
| May | 14°C | 7°C | 96 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.8 |
| June | 16°C | 10°C | 99 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.0 |
| July | 18°C | 12°C | 110 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.8 |
| August | 18°C | 12°C | 108 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.8 |
| September | 16°C | 10°C | 91 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 13°C | 7°C | 110 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.2 |
| November | 10°C | 5°C | 110 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.7 |
| December | 8°C | 3°C | 114 mm | 18 | – | – | 4.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Sligo in August?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Sligo?
The best months are June, September, May, July.