Climate of Cork, Ireland
Area-weighted average across Cork. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Cork, a subdivision of Ireland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 5.5°C / 41.9°F in January to 14.8°C / 58.6°F in July, with rainfall from 69 mm / 2.7 in to 153 mm / 6 in depending on the season (1283 mm / 50.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.5°C41.9°F | 153 mm6″ | — |
| February | 5.7°C42.3°F | 119 mm4.7″ | — |
| March | 6.7°C44.1°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| April | 8.1°C46.6°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| May | 10.5°C50.9°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| June | 13°C55.4°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| July | 14.8°C58.6°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| August | 14.7°C58.5°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
| September | 12.9°C55.2°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| October | 10.4°C50.7°F | 134 mm5.3″ | — |
| November | 7.8°C46°F | 138 mm5.4″ | — |
| December | 6.3°C43.3°F | 151 mm5.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cork?
Cork, Ireland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 14.8°C / 58.6°F, and the driest is June at 69 mm / 2.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Cork?
Cork, Ireland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 5.5°C / 41.9°F in January to 14.8°C / 58.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1283 mm / 50.5 in, with the wettest month being January (153 mm / 6 in) and the driest June (69 mm / 2.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Cork?
The hottest month in Cork is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.8°C / 58.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Cork?
The coldest month in Cork is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 5.5°C / 41.9°F.
When does it rain most in Cork?
The wettest month in Cork is January, averaging about 153 mm / 6 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 69 mm / 2.7 in.