Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Dublin in April
Dublin sees its driest month, with just 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain, highs of 52°F (11°C) and lows of 43°F (6°C).
It scores 62/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 52°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 43°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (61 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 62/100 · Good
What April feels like
Cool days top out near 52°F (11°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 43°F (6°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (61 mm).
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (June – September).
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in March to 62/100.
- Our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends May – Sep, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Insulated jackethighs only 52°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dublin in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology
Celtic gold, Viking finds and preserved bog bodies. Free entry.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Kilmainham Gaol
Former prison where leaders of the 1916 Rising were executed; guided tours only.
The Long Hall
Victorian pub with dark wood, mirrors and chandeliers, unchanged in decades.
Howth Cliff Walk
Loop around Howth Head with sea views and a lighthouse, 30 minutes by DART.
Why now April scores 62/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Glendalough
Monastic site and twin lakes in the Wicklow Mountains, about an hour south.
Why now Highs near 52°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in April
- Galway in April~116 mi · highs 55°F, 2.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Doolin & the Cliffs of Moher in April~131 mi · highs 53°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Connemara in April~155 mi · highs 52°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- The Cotswolds in April~213 mi · highs 55°F, 2.0 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Dublin in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Dublin?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 62/100 against a best of 79 in June – September. Expect highs of 52°F (11°C) and 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain. Our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends May – Sep, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Dublin in April?
Average highs are 52°F (11°C) and average lows 43°F (6°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dublin in April?
Some: about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 38.7 in (982 mm).
What should I pack for Dublin in April?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 52°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Dublin in April?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.