City in County Cork, Ireland
Cork weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Cork
May–September is mildest; the Cork Jazz Festival (late October) is busy and fun. Winters are mild but wet and windy.
Cork weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan9°117 mm
- Feb9°88 mm
- Mar10°86 mm
- Apr12°78 mm
- May15°84 mm
- Jun18°90 mm
- Jul19°96 mm
- Aug19°102 mm
- Sep17°89 mm
- Oct14°120 mm
- Nov11°124 mm
- Dec9°124 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C48°F | 4°C40°F | 117 mm | 93% | Cold |
| February | 9°C48°F | 4°C39°F | 88 mm | 92% | Cold |
| March | 10°C50°F | 4°C39°F | 86 mm | 90% | Cold |
| April | 12°C54°F | 6°C42°F | 78 mm | 87% | Cool |
| May | 15°C59°F | 8°C46°F | 84 mm | 86% | Cool |
| June | 18°C64°F | 11°C51°F | 90 mm | 85% | Cool |
| July | 19°C67°F | 12°C54°F | 96 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| August | 19°C66°F | 12°C54°F | 102 mm | 88% | Pleasant |
| September | 17°C63°F | 11°C51°F | 89 mm | 89% | Cool |
| October | 14°C57°F | 9°C48°F | 120 mm | 91% | Cool |
| November | 11°C51°F | 6°C43°F | 124 mm | 93% | Cold |
| December | 9°C48°F | 5°C41°F | 124 mm | 94% | Cold |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Cork?
May–Jul, Sep. May–September is mildest; the Cork Jazz Festival (late October) is busy and fun. Winters are mild but wet and windy.
When is the rainy season in Cork?
Rain peaks in November with about 124 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Cork?
July, with average highs of 19°C (67°F).
How cold does Cork get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 4°C (39°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.