Best Time to Visit Cork
Best time: Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
Jul is warmest (19.6°C high); Jan is rainiest (131 mm).
Cork weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8.6 | 3.5 | 131 | 1.2 |
| Feb | 8.9 | 3.5 | 103 | 2.2 |
| Mar | 10.5 | 4.2 | 89 | 3.8 |
| Apr | 12.5 | 5 | 56 | 6.2 |
| May | 15.2 | 7.5 | 62 | 7.8 |
| Jun | 17.7 | 10.1 | 53 | 8.2 |
| Jul | 19.6 | 12.1 | 54 | 7.5 |
| Aug | 19.3 | 11.9 | 65 | 6.4 |
| Sep | 17 | 10.2 | 83 | 4.7 |
| Oct | 13.9 | 8 | 112 | 2.7 |
| Nov | 10.9 | 5.5 | 113 | 1.5 |
| Dec | 9.2 | 4.4 | 122 | 0.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunAugMay
Beaches: Jul
Hiking: JunJulMayApr
Sightseeing: JunJulAugMay
Cork quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cork?
Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 131 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 19.6°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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