Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Buncrana, Ireland, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 15°C (59°F). Highs can soar to 21°C (70°F), while lows may dip to 10°C (50°F). Typically, the humidity level in Buncrana throughout August hovers around 86%.
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In August, Buncrana averages 125 mm (4.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 21 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 51 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 13 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 16% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Buncrana reaches a maximum of 7, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 14:00 and 16:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||