Ireland Weather

🇮🇪 1 city covered · Europe · oceanic climate
Best time to visit
June to September

Weather in Ireland at a glance

Our Ireland coverage centers on Dublin, which has a oceanic climate. Expect average highs around 66°F (19°C) in July and 47°F (8°C) in January, with about 161 days of measurable precipitation a year.

Quick facts

  • Covered city: Dublin - annual average 51°
  • Best time to visit: June to September
  • Climate type: oceanic

The bigger picture

Dublin averages 7.5 hours of sunshine per day and roughly 922 mm (36.3 inches) of precipitation annually. The most comfortable window is generally June to September. See the full month-by-month breakdown on the Dublin climate page.

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Ireland cities compared

Annual climate figures per covered city, from 2015–2024 weather data.
CityAnnual avgHottest month Coldest monthRainy days/yr Sun h/daySnowy days/yr
Dublin 51° Jul · 66° Jan · 39° 161 7.5 2

Ireland weather by month

Monthly averages, 2015–2024.
MonthAvg highAvg low Rainy daysSunshine
January 47° 39° 12 4.1 h/day
February 48° 39° 13 5.4 h/day
March 50° 40° 14 7.1 h/day
April 53° 42° 12 9.2 h/day
May 59° 48° 12 11.0 h/day
June 64° 53° 13 11.4 h/day
July 66° 56° 15 10.1 h/day
August 66° 55° 14 9.7 h/day
September 62° 52° 13 8.2 h/day
October 57° 49° 14 6.2 h/day
November 51° 44° 13 4.5 h/day
December 49° 41° 15 3.3 h/day

Ireland weather FAQs

When is the best time to visit Ireland?
Averaged across the covered cities, June to September offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Ireland?
Yes - Dublin sees regular snowfall. Dublin gets the most, about 2 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of Ireland like?
The covered cities fall under oceanic climate. That means mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall.

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