Ireland Dublin Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Dublin is moderate
February is moderate for Dublin.
February stays in low season — cool, damp, and still fairly dark, averaging 8°C/3°C, but with daylight stretching toward 9.5 hours by month's end, the city starts to feel less gloomy.
The weather is much like January: mild for the latitude, with frequent light showers and occasional cold snaps, but snow is uncommon. It's one of the driest months on average (around 50mm).
Travel score
Dublin February Weather Stats
Avg High
8°C
Avg Low
3°C
Rainy Days
11
50mm total
Sunshine
2.6h
Daily avg
Humidity
84%
damp
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
17 km/h
Gusts 36
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
9 μg/m³
PM10
17 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
5°C
Nighttime
0°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
17 km/h
Max gust 36 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Low-season hotel value
- Quiet attractions
- One of the driest months
- Days lengthening + Six Nations pub atmosphere
Cons
- Still cool, damp, and fairly dark
- Six Nations weekends spike hotel prices
- Frequent showers
- Cold snaps possible
February Events & Festivals
- Tradfest (late Jan-early Feb) — traditional music festival
- Valentine's Day (Feb 14)
- Six Nations rugby begins (Aviva Stadium match weekends are busy/pricey)
- Low season value continues
Dublin in February — Full Picture
February stays in low season — cool, damp, and still fairly dark, averaging 8°C/3°C, but with daylight stretching toward 9.5 hours by month's end, the city starts to feel less gloomy.
The weather is much like January: mild for the latitude, with frequent light showers and occasional cold snaps, but snow is uncommon. It's one of the driest months on average (around 50mm).
Value stays excellent — hotels are cheap and attractions quiet — except on Six Nations rugby weekends, when an Ireland home match at the Aviva Stadium fills the city and spikes hotel prices. Check the fixture list and book around it, or join the buzzing pub atmosphere on match day.
This is still indoor-Dublin season: museums, the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity, Kilmainham Gaol, and warm trad pubs. Tradfest often runs into early February.
Note: pack for damp and chilly. A waterproof coat and good shoes are the essentials; you won't need heavy snow gear.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Late winter — still cool and damp, around 8°C/3°C, but days lengthen noticeably (~9.5h light). A warm waterproof coat, sweater, hat, and gloves, plus waterproof shoes. Snow remains rare.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
12.3°C
5.7°C
11/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
19°C
11.7°C
11/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13.7°C
7.7°C
12.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current8°C
3°C
12.3/mo
Dublin Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8° | 3° | 13d·65mm | 1.8h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | 3° | 11d·50mm | 2.6h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 10° | 4° | 11d·55mm | 3.5h | 81% | 2 | Busy | Peak | |
| 12° | 5° | 11d·55mm | 5.2h | 78% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 15° | 8° | 11d·60mm | 6h | 77% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 18° | 11° | 11d·65mm | 6h | 76% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 20° | 12° | 11d·55mm | 5.5h | 76% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 19° | 12° | 11d·70mm | 5h | 78% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| 17° | 10° | 11d·65mm | 4.2h | 80% | 3 | Busy | Peak | |
| 14° | 8° | 13d·80mm | 3.2h | 83% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 10° | 5° | 13d·75mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | 3° | 13d·75mm | 1.6h | 86% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Dublin February Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Dublin?
Dublin in February is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Dublin in February?
Dublin February averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C.
Does it rain much in Dublin in February?
Dublin February averages 50mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Dublin in February?
Late winter — still cool and damp, around 8°C/3°C, but days lengthen noticeably (~9.5h light). A warm waterproof coat, sweater, hat, and gloves, plus waterproof shoes. Snow remains rare.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Dublin in February?
Dublin February sunrise is 08:00 and sunset is 17:20, with 9h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Dublin in February?
Dublin February air quality (AQI) averages 30, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 9μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Dublin in February?
In February, Dublin is great for Trinity College & the Book of Kells, Guinness Storehouse + Gravity Bar, Free museums (National Museum, Chester Beatty).
Is February peak season in Dublin?
Dublin February crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.