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Dublin Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Dublin is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Dublin, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 6°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -5°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Dublin experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1041 mm of precipitation annually. Dublin experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 111 mm in July, the wettest month, and 57 mm in February, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Dublin

Fri   Dec 27
6°C | -2°C
E 3 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Sat   Dec 28
13°C | 3°C
S 2 m/s
16 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

Sun   Dec 29
15°C | 8°C
SE 8 m/s
17 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

The best time of year to visit Dublin in the United States of America

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Dublin?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Dublin?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Dublin?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Dublin?
    July tops the wettest month list with 111 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Dublin?
    February is the driest month with 57 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.