Ireland

Ireland Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ireland in April.

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Dublin Killarney Galway Cork

Planning a trip to Ireland this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Ireland in April

April in Ireland generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Greencastle at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Galway at 14°C (57°F). At night it cools down to 5°C (41°F) in Galway and 7°C (45°F) in Greencastle.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ireland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bettystown with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to high rainfall in Glencar with 112 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Dublin typically sees 157 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Ireland in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Ireland

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Ireland?

Temperature range in Ireland (April)

Precipitation variation in Ireland (April)

Dublin

In April Dublin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
157 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Dublin →

Killarney

In April Killarney generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
157 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
101 mm (4 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
tolerable
Climate in Killarney →

Galway

In April Galway generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
89 hours
132 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Galway →

Kenmare

In April Kenmare generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
157 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Kenmare →

Cork

In April Cork generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
161 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Cork →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ireland in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dublin 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Killarney 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Galway 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Cork 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Doolin 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Rosslare 11°C (52°F) 8°C (46°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Ireland weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ireland in April?

Expect unpleasant weather across Ireland in April. The popular destination of Dublin averages 13°C (55°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Ireland in April?

Average temperatures in Ireland during April range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 13°C (55°F) in Dublin.

Does Ireland get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Ireland. Dublin averages only about 69 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Ireland?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Dublin, April may not be the ideal time to visit Ireland.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Dublin. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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