2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Dublin in October

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

October is a wet time to visit Dublin. Dublin has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 13°C, lows of 8°C, and approximately 18 rainy days per month.

Avg High

13°C

Avg Low

8°C

Rainy days

18days

Daylight

10.7h

Is October a good time to visit Dublin?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:50 AM

Sunset

6:33 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 9°C 4°C 11 Good
February 9°C 4°C 21 Wet
March 10°C 3°C 10 Good
April 14°C 6°C 8 Good
May 17°C 9°C 6 Excellent (best)
June 18°C 11°C 21 Excellent (best)
July 18°C 12°C 20 Excellent (best)
August 19°C 13°C 18 Excellent (best)
September 17°C 11°C 9 Excellent (best)
October 13°C 8°C 18 Wet
November 11°C 6°C 15 Wet
December 8°C 3°C 18 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for October

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

Planning a trip to Dublin?

Common Questions

Is October a good time to visit Dublin? +

October is typically Wet for visiting Dublin, with average highs of 13°C and around 18 rainy days.

What should I pack for Dublin in October? +

With highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Dublin in October? +

Dublin typically sees around 18 rainy days in October.

How many hours of daylight are there in Dublin in October? +

In October, Dublin gets approximately 10.7 hours of daylight per day.

Is October peak season in Dublin? +

No, October is not peak season in Dublin. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Dublin? +

The best months to visit Dublin are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Dublin)

Last Updated: January 2026

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