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Dublin weather in January (Dublin County, Ireland)

How does the weather in Dublin usually fare in January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In January, Dublin typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season takes place during January. Anticipate daytime highs near 9°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 4°C. January has the coolest temperatures of the year, but still offering mild weather.

Precipitation

Dublin in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 56 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Dublin. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Ireland, check out our Dublin's climate page.

Dublin, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 6 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 56 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25%  

Where to go in Ireland in January

Find out more about the weather in Ireland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Ireland, check out our Dublin's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 10°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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