Weather Comparison
Cork vs Dublin
Side-by-side weather comparison for July
July Weather: Cork vs Dublin
| Metric | Cork | Dublin | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 19°C (66°F) | 19°C (66°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 13°C (55°F) | 13°C (55°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 12 days▲ | 15 days | Cork |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 70 mm▲ | 76 mm | Cork |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 10h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h▲ | 19 km/h | Cork |
Which City is Better in July?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cork edges ahead as the better destination in July. Cork offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Dublin sees 10 sunshine hours and 15 rain days.
Cork sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Dublin is also comfortable at 19°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cork is the stronger choice in July.
Temperature Comparison in July
Cork reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Dublin averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.
Rainfall Comparison in July
Cork receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Dublin sees 76 mm over 15 rain days. That makes Cork the drier option by 3 rain days and 6 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Cork vs Dublin
Packing for Cork in July
Highs of 19°C, lows of 13°C, 12 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Dublin in July
Highs of 19°C, lows of 13°C, 15 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during July.
Year-Round Comparison: Cork vs Dublin
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.July is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Cork | Dublin | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 9°C | 13d | 8°C | 13d |
| Feb | 9°C | 11d | 8°C | 12d |
| Mar | 10°C | 12d | 10°C | 12d |
| Apr | 12°C | 13d | 12°C | 14d |
| May | 15°C | 13d | 15°C | 14d |
| Jun | 17°C | 11d | 17°C | 13d |
| Jul | 19°C | 12d | 19°C | 15d |
| Aug | 18°C | 12d | 19°C | 14d |
| Sep | 17°C | 10d | 17°C | 12d |
| Oct | 14°C | 13d | 13°C | 12d |
| Nov | 11°C | 13d | 10°C | 13d |
| Dec | 9°C | 13d | 8°C | 13d |
Cork Weather in July
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