August 5 is generally a great time to visit Dublin. While there is a slight chance of rain (27%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 19°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Dublin right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Dublin
Currency
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Language
English
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Driving
Left side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.288
Dublin Weather Forecast for August 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.8°C. 27% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Dublin in August
Based on historical data for August 5, Dublin typically experiences temperatures between 12.8°C and 18.8°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 27% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Dublin
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
18.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
12.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
27%
Avg 1.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
75%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1013.7 hPa
High volatility
Dublin Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 78% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 31 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 47 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 78 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.3°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Ireland
Flight Traffic
High
96/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~398
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Dublin
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:48
☀️ Noon
12:32
🌇 Sunset
20:15
⏱️ Daylight
15h 27m
Wind Speed
18.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
80%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Dublin
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Dublin on August 5 averages 18.8°C with a 27% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 90/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Dublin Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
August 8
19.3°C • 20% rain
Score
94
August 10
19.8°C • 23% rain
Score
94
August 9
19.6°C • 24% rain
Score
93
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📍 Is Dublin Worth Visiting on August 5?
Planning a trip to Dublin on August 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 18.8°C with a 27% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 398 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Ireland, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 15.4°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.69m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.7°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 10°C in 2017.