Dublin Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Dublin has an oceanic limate and slightly better weather than much of the country. The last two weeks in April and most of August tend to be sunny with warmer weather and the best time to travel.
Monthly Temperature in Dublin
The weather in Dublin changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July to a chilly 9°C (48°F) in the coolest month, February.
Nights vary from 13°C (55°F) in July to around 4°C (39°F) during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Dublin
Generally, Dublin receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 886 mm (35 in) annually. Precipitation levels in Dublin remain relatively steady throughout the year. November has the most rain, with 87 mm (3.4 in) over 16 days. In the driest month March, this drops slightly to 60 mm (2.4 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Dublin Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Dublin
For those who appreciate different seasons, Dublin serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.7 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Dublin
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 8°C (46°F) in March to 15°C (59°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Dublin by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Dublin.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 83%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Dublin
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s (8 knots) and 6 m/s (12 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in May, June, July, August and September and highest during January, February, March and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Dublin 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
