Rathgar Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Temperatures in Rathgar experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons.
Days can be pleasant, while the cooler months tend
to be cold.
It receives mid-range precipitation levels.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Rathgar, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 9°C during cooler months like February.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 3°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Rathgar receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 923 mm annually. Year-round, Rathgar has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, November, with 89 mm, and the driest month, March, with 64 mm, is minimal.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Rathgar. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 8°C in March to 15°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Rathgar.
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
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s to 6 m/s. It is lower in May, June, July, August and September and higher in January, February, March and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
clear and no rain almost clear and no rain partly cloudy and no rainForecast for Rathgar
3 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Rathgar in Ireland
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 89 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 64 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 188 hours of sunshine.
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