Month guide · Belfast · United Kingdom
Belfast in August
What August is really like in Belfast: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
August is one of the best months to visit Belfast. Expect average highs of 19°C (66°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 14.9 hours of daylight. Mild summer weather and festivals; one of the busiest months for Causeway Coast tours.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 19°C (66°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 14.9 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in August
August is the 2nd-warmest month in Belfast: days average 19°C (66°F) against a yearly average high of 13°C (55°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 31 days. Compared with July (19°C (66°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs drop to around 17°C (63°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 06:00
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 20:57
- Daylight
- About 14.9 hours
Summer (June–August). The longest days and busiest season for tours and festivals; around 12 July some businesses close and parades affect traffic.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 4 for crowds (the peak is June at 4) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in June). Book accommodation early: August is one of the pricier months.
Events in August
- Féile an Phobail — community arts and music festival in west Belfast (usually August)
- Ould Lammas Fair in Ballycastle (usually last Monday and Tuesday of August)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in August
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Architecture · City Centre
Belfast City Hall
The Portland-stone, copper-domed City Hall opened in 1906 and dominates Donegall Square.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Architecture
- History
- Rainy day
Museum · Queen's Quarter
Ulster Museum
Pair it with a walk through the Botanic Gardens, whose gates are right beside the museum.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Rainy day
- History
- Art
Historic site · North Belfast
Crumlin Road Gaol
This Victorian prison held suffragettes, Republican and Loyalist prisoners until it closed in 1996.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Rainy day
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Market · City Centre
St George's Market
Arrive hungry on a Saturday or Sunday morning for an Ulster fry bap or fresh seafood from the stalls.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- Shopping
- Rainy day
What to pack
For highs near 19°C, lows near 11°C and 12 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Belfast?
One of the best months to visit Belfast, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are May–June and September. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Belfast?
It is one of the best months to visit Belfast. Mild summer weather and festivals; one of the busiest months for Causeway Coast tours.
+How warm is Belfast in August?
Average highs are around 19°C (66°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Belfast in August?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.