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Weather in Dublin by month: what to expect

Photo: Giuseppe Milo, CC BY 3.0

Weather overview

The weather in Дублин is mild but changeable year-round, with no extreme seasons. Winters are cool, while summers stay comfortably warm without intense heat. Rain is common, so layers and waterproof gear are always useful.

Дублин sees gradual shifts in weather rather than sharp contrasts. From November to February, days are shorter and cooler, with temperatures often hovering around 5–8 °C. Spring and autumn bring milder conditions, while June to August offers the warmest and longest days, though even then, evenings can feel fresh.

Temperature

Temperatures in Дублин rarely stray into extremes. The coldest months, January and February, average 5.4–6.2 °C, with nighttime lows dipping to 2.5–3.2 °C. Frost is possible but uncommon, and snow is rare.

Summer in Дублин peaks in July, when daytime highs reach 20.5 °C, though nights cool to around 11.9 °C. Even in June and August, temperatures stay pleasant at 18.9–20 °C. The shoulder seasons—April to May and September—offer mild weather, with averages between 8.1 °C and 13.4 °C.

Average air temperature °C
Average air temperature
Month Minimum Maximum
January 2.5 8.4
February 3.2 9.7
March 3.4 10.9
April 4.4 12.9
May 7.3 16.6
June 10.2 18.9
July 11.9 20.5
August 11.5 20
September 9.8 17.9
October 7.7 14.5
November 4.7 10.8
December 3.6 9.3

Precipitation

Rain in Дублин is frequent but rarely heavy. The wettest months are August to October, with 66.6–81 mm of rainfall, while April and May are drier, averaging 42.1–47 mm. Showers can occur at any time, so a light rain jacket is a reliable companion.

Even in the driest months, Дублин sees rain on roughly half the days. December and January bring steady but light precipitation, while summer showers are often brief. The city’s lush greenery thrives on this consistent moisture, so don’t let the rain deter you—just plan for it.

Precipitation amount mm
Precipitation amount
Month Precipitation
January 58.4
February 60.5
March 69.9
April 47
May 42.1
June 58.7
July 63.2
August 66.6
September 81
October 73.6
November 70.1
December 68.9

What to pack

For a trip to Дублин, layers are key. In winter, pack a warm coat, scarf, and waterproof shoes for temperatures around 5–8 °C. A compact umbrella or waterproof layer will help with frequent drizzle.

Summer visits to Дублин call for light clothing, but include a sweater or light jacket for cooler evenings. June to August temperatures hover around 15–20 °C, so breathable fabrics work well, but always have a rainproof option handy. For spring or autumn, mix short- and long-sleeve layers to adapt to shifting conditions.

Average monthly wind m/s
Average monthly wind
Month Wind speed
January 5.4
February 6
March —
April 4.9
May 4.5
June 4.5
July 4.4
August 4.7
September 4.8
October 5
November 5.1
December 5.4