Edinburgh vs Dublin

Edinburgh and Dublin are closely matched in August. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Edinburgh sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Dublin is also comfortable at 19°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Edinburgh is the stronger choice in August. Dublin receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Edinburgh reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 11°C (52°F) at night during August. 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 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Edinburgh receives approximately 77 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Dublin sees 79 mm over 14 rain days. That makes Edinburgh the drier option by 1 rain day and 2 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.