County Cork Climate and Average Weather
Climate of County Cork: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in County Cork month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 36° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 41° | 5,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 41° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 44° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 52° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 55° | 1,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 67° | 55° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 51° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 57° | 48° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 43° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 42° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in County Cork
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How County Cork compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Cork.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Tipperary | 42 mi | 50°F | 33°F cooler | 49 in |
| Killarney | 45 mi | 52°F | about the same | 58 in |
| County Kerry | 50 mi | 51°F | about the same | 58 in |
| Limerick | 53 mi | 51°F | about the same | 57 in |
| County Limerick | 53 mi | 51°F | about the same | 57 in |
Climate by city in County Cork
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit County Cork
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for County Cork
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 53°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
County Cork is a county in Ireland. County Cork is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 585.000.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in County Cork with mainly clear. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 52°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Cork is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 140 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in County Cork today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about County Cork
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Cork?
County Cork is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 51.8985, -8.4756. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Cork right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 79% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Cork?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Cork, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Cork in?
County Cork observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 9:33 AM.
How many people live in County Cork?
County Cork has a population of approximately 585.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Cork?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 140 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Cork?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in County Cork?
County Cork covers 1 places in this atlas, including Cork.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (ie-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 9:33 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
