Dublin Weather And Best Time To Visit Dublin

Situated along the eastern coast of Ireland in the province of Leinster, Dublin is a historically rich city that is packed with ancient buildings and enough culture and character to appeal to all kinds of travellers. The charming city and its charismatic residents make Dublin stand out among the chaos that is often experienced in commercial touristy cities. Dublin isn’t the kind of place that you visit for its climate; the city never gets too hot or too cold throughout the year and most of the spots worth visiting here are evergreen all year long. But tourists often have their own weather preferences when planning their trip to Dublin. Check out our guide for the best times to visit Dublin. 

This is the high season for tourism in Dublin and also the warmest time of the year. However, despite it being peak summer, the weather does not get too hot and in fact, remains perfectly warm and pleasant to enjoy all outdoor activities and attractions. Temperature highs are around an average of 19⁰C and the afternoons are sunny and bright; however, there’s always a chance of rain in Dublin. The city is packed with tourists during these months, so expect to find large crowds everywhere and raised prices in all accommodation options. Summers are also the time of the year when Dublin witnesses the celebration of numerous festivals in the city.

Autumn is a shoulder season in Dublin and also a wonderful time to visit, especially towards the earlier half of the season. Average temperature ranges around 13⁰C and the weather is quite pleasant during the month of September; it grows progressively colder as November approaches. Sunny days are not as frequent and common as during the summers but the air is fresh and crisp with vibrant fall colours that enhance the beauty of the city. Tourist crowds have usually emptied out by the time autumn arrives and the prices of accommodation drop substantially, which is one of the main highlights of visiting in this season.

Winters can get quite chilly in Dublin, with January being the coldest month of the year. Average temperature highs are around 7⁰C, with lows ranging around 3⁰C. Tourist crowds are at a minimum during these months and visitors can expect great off-season deals in accommodation options. While outdoor activities may not be an option during these months, there are plenty of indoor attractions like museums, restaurants and music venues to enjoy the city. Keep in mind that during the holiday season in December, the number of crowds and the rates of hotels may go up again. Winters are also the rainiest time of the year, with occasional snowfall making an appearance as well.

Springtime brings with it warmer weather, colourful blooms and sunnier afternoons after the dull winter season. While this is a great shoulder season to plan a trip, it is advisable to carry some warm clothes as the weather can get cooler in the evening. The temperature averages around 11⁰C, increasing to around 15⁰C in May. Ireland’s most famous holiday, St. Patrick’s Day, falls in the month of May; both locals and tourists celebrate this festival with a lot of enthusiasm so expect higher rates and summer-like large crowds in this month as well.