Late winter · Weather & things to do
Dublin in February
This is the coldest month in Dublin: highs average 46°F (8°C) and lows 39°F (4°C), with about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 50/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 46°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (70 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 50/100 · Fair
What February feels like
It's cool, with highs near 46°F (8°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 39°F (4°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.8 in (70 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 76%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.3 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (48 → 50/100).
- Our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends May – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dublin in February
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
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.
The Brazen Head
Pub dating its license to 1198, with trad music every night.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 46°F.
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.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Chapter One
Michelin-starred Irish cooking beneath the Dublin Writers Museum.
Why now A cozy break on a 46°F day.
Nearby in February
- Galway in February~116 mi · highs 46°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Doolin & the Cliffs of Moher in February~131 mi · highs 47°F, 4.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Connemara in February~155 mi · highs 47°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- The Cotswolds in February~213 mi · highs 44°F, 2.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler 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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Dublin?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 50/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain. Our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends May – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Dublin in February?
Average highs are 46°F (8°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dublin in February?
Some: about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 38.7 in (982 mm).
What should I pack for Dublin in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Dublin in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.