Rathgar Weather in April

April in Rathgar brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 73 mm (2.9 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Rathgar in April

Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain, averaging 73 mm (2.9 in) in total. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Rathgar in April

Rathgar in April gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Rathgar in April

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 157 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Rathgar in April

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during April. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

Average water temperature in April

At 9°C (48°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

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Rathgar Temperature in April

Min Temperature 6°C (43°F)  

Max Temperature 13°C (55°F)  

Water Temperature 9°C (48°F) *  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 73 mm (2.9 in)  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  

Sunshine 157 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 40% *  

* Data from: Dublin, Ireland (13 KM, 8 Miles).

What to Wear in Rathgar in April

The weather can be unpredictable in April, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With water temperatures around 9°C (48°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Rathgar in April

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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