Climate of Dublin, Ireland
Area-weighted average across Dublin. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Dublin, a subdivision of Ireland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.7°C / 40.5°F in January to 15.2°C / 59.4°F in July, with rainfall from 58 mm / 2.3 in to 89 mm / 3.5 in depending on the season (863 mm / 34 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.7°C40.5°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| February | 4.9°C40.8°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| March | 6.3°C43.3°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| April | 7.8°C46°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| May | 10.5°C50.9°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| June | 13.2°C55.8°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| July | 15.2°C59.4°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| August | 14.9°C58.8°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| September | 12.8°C55°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| October | 10.1°C50.2°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| November | 6.8°C44.2°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| December | 5.4°C41.7°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Dublin?
Dublin, Ireland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 15.2°C / 59.4°F, and the driest is April at 58 mm / 2.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Dublin?
Dublin, Ireland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.7°C / 40.5°F in January to 15.2°C / 59.4°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 863 mm / 34 in, with the wettest month being December (89 mm / 3.5 in) and the driest April (58 mm / 2.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Dublin?
The hottest month in Dublin is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.2°C / 59.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Dublin?
The coldest month in Dublin is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.7°C / 40.5°F.
When does it rain most in Dublin?
The wettest month in Dublin is December, averaging about 89 mm / 3.5 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 58 mm / 2.3 in.