Ireland (Dublin) · February
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 8° (46°)3– (37–)13 (55) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)13 (55) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 14° (57°)10– (50–)18 (64) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)14 (57) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)12 (54) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 1 | 3h UV 3 | 4h UV 4 | 5h UV 5 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 6 | 5h UV 6 | 4h UV 4 | 3h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 |
🌊Water Temp | 9° (48°) | 8° (46°) | 8° (46°) | 10° (50°) | 12° (54°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (61°) | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 14° (57°) | 11° (52°) | 10° (50°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d54mm (2.1") | 6d46mm (1.8") | 7d53mm (2.1") | 6d39mm (1.6") | 7d48mm (1.9") | 7d55mm (2.2") | 8d64mm (2.5") | 7d69mm (2.7") | 7d55mm (2.2") | 8d73mm (2.9") | 8d71mm (2.8") | 9d65mm (2.6") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
February in Ireland (Dublin) is on the cool side — with highs around 9°C (48°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 9°C (48°F) during the day and drop to 3°C (37°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 13°C (55°F), the coldest nights around -3°C (27°F) — frost does occur. With 3 sunshine hours per day and 6 rain days (46 mm (1.8 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 8°C (46°F), the water is still quite cool in February — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Christmas lights on Grafton Street, dark afternoons and daytime highs around 8°C (46°F). Snow is rare and rain comes in short showers. Pubs with live music, museums and open fires are the answer to the weather.
Packing list for Ireland (Dublin) in February
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Ireland (Dublin)?
- February is not an optimal month for Ireland (Dublin) (Score: 35/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Ireland (Dublin) in February?
- In February, Ireland (Dublin) sees daily highs of 9°C (48°F). Nights cool to 3°C (37°F), with a daily average of 6°C (43°F). Peaks reach around 13°C (55°F), the coldest nights around -3°C (27°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Ireland (Dublin) in February?
- In February, Ireland (Dublin) receives an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Ireland (Dublin) get in February?
- Ireland (Dublin) averages 3 sunshine hours per day in February — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Ireland (Dublin) in February?
- Water temperature in Ireland (Dublin) in February averages 8°C (46°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.