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Dublin in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Dublin in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Dublin, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Dublin in February 2025

OK Weather
Chill
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Dublin in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +48°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 16 rainy days in the month and around 145 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+48°F
Avg. max. temperature
+25°F
Min.
+61°F
Max.
145 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dublin has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Dublin in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dublin for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +59°F during the day to a minimum of +32°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +52°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +50°F to +45°F.

Is Dublin warm or cold in February?

Dublin is typically chill in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +46°F to +48°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +39°F to +39°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

February is one of the coolest months in Dublin, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Dublin in February

Water in Dublin in February is Cold. It varies from +46°F to +50°F, with an average of +48°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +48°F.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Dublin are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +59°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +48°F.

Can you swim in Dublin in February?

We would not recommend swimming in Dublin in February, the water is very cold (+48°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Dublin in February

Dublin weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+46°F+48°F+50°F
Min. temperature
+19°F+25°F+23°F
Max. temperature
+59°F+61°F+68°F
Rainfall
135 mm145 mm111 mm
Wind
6 m/s6 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+49°F+48°F+48°F
Humidity
84%82%80%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1012 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
111010
Rainy days
181620
Snowy days
111

February weather is still as ok as in January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +46°F to +48°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 135 mm to 145 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 84% to 82%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 6 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Dublin in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Dublin is gradually decreasing during February, going from 9 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Dublin based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 29% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 10 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 3 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
February is one of the rainiest months in Dublin, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Dublin wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 145 mm of rainfall per day. September, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 60% chance of precipitation and 72 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Dublin?

This is the weather in Dublin in February 2023:
1 February
☀️
+51°F
2 February
🌧️
+52°F
3 February
☁️
+54°F
4 February
☁️
+53°F
5 February
☁️
+49°F
6 February
☁️
+49°F
7 February
☁️
+51°F
8 February
☁️
+51°F
9 February
☀️
+47°F
10 February
☁️
+54°F
11 February
☁️
+52°F
12 February
☁️
+51°F
13 February
☀️
+52°F
14 February
☁️
+58°F
15 February
☁️
+51°F
16 February
🌧️
+56°F
17 February
🌧️
+56°F
18 February
🌧️
+54°F
19 February
☁️
+55°F
20 February
☁️
+56°F
21 February
☁️
+55°F
22 February
🌧️
+47°F
23 February
☀️
+49°F
24 February
☁️
+52°F
25 February
☁️
+44°F
26 February
☁️
+46°F
27 February
☁️
+45°F
28 February
☁️
+45°F
In February 2023 Dublin had 4 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +52°F, with an absolute maximum of +59°F and a minimum of +45°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Dublin climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Dublin in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+54°F) and the highest in 2023 (+58°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 627 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 15853 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dublin in February:

Is February a good time to visit Dublin?

It’s always a good time to visit Dublin, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Dublin in February?

Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Dublin in February?

Swimming in Dublin in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Dublin rainy in February?

Dublin is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Dublin in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dublin in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Ireland

Check out the weather for other cities in Ireland.

Monthly weather in Dublin

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dublin, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.