Dublin · SpringMonth summary
Dublin weather in April
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
43°F – 54°F
🌧 Rainy days
41% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.4h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (7.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Dublin in April?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: Not the best window: 41% rain risk and 10.4h of sunshine. June is much safer.
By trip type
Dublin in April by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in April
Spring marks the start of the good season in Dublin. Temperatures rise (12°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 41% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. June (7.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 39°F | 46°F | 41% | 0.1in | 4.2h | 3.5/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 39°F | 48°F | 48% | 0.1in | 5.4h | 3.8/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 41°F | 50°F | 45% | 0.1in | 7.4h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 43°F | 54°F | 41% | 0.1in | 10.4h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 48°F | 59°F | 40% | 0.1in | 12.6h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 54°F | 64°F | 48% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 55°F | 66°F | 47% | 0.1in | 10.9h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 55°F | 66°F | 45% | 0.1in | 10.7h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 52°F | 63°F | 46% | 0.1in | 8.9h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 48°F | 57°F | 46% | 0.1in | 6.6h | 4.5/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 43°F | 52°F | 44% | 0.1in | 4.7h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 43°F | 48°F | 45% | 0.1in | 2.7h | 2.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In April, Dublin averages 54°F, 41% rainy days and 10.4h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.5/10.
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Comparison
April vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 7.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +6°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +7%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Dublin in April
Is April a good time to visit Dublin?
April is an acceptable time for Dublin (score 5.5/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider June (7.1/10) if possible.
What's the weather like in Dublin in April?
It's cool with 54°F daytime and 43°F at night. 10.4h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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