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Dublin in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Dublin in September 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Dublin in September, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +63°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 72 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

☀️
+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+34°F
Min.
+81°F
Max.
72 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dublin has OK weather in September.

Average temperature in Dublin in September

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

Going from a maximum of +81°F during the day to a minimum of +43°F during the night, the temperature in September averages around +66°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +64°F.

Is Dublin warm or cold in September?

Dublin is typically mild in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +66°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +55°F to +52°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how September is compared to other months in Dublin:

Water temperature in Dublin in September

Water in Dublin in September is Cold. It varies from +57°F to +60°F, with an average of +58°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +63°F.

The water temperature in September is one of the warmest 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 September?

We would not recommend swimming in Dublin in September, the water is very cold (+58°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 September

Dublin weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+66°F+63°F+57°F
Min. temperature
+37°F+34°F+25°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+81°F+73°F
Rainfall
83 mm72 mm82 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+59°F+58°F+57°F
Humidity
80%81%83%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1010 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
91111
Rainy days
211819
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as ok as in August. It’s getting colder in September. From +66°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +63°F. As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 83 mm to 72 mm. Humidity rises from 80% to 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 4 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

October brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 5 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 increasing during September, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Dublin based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 77% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 193 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 33 mm, which is moderate rain. September is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, 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 September in Dublin?

This is the weather in Dublin in September 2023:
1 September
🌧️
+66°F
2 September
☀️
+69°F
3 September
☁️
+74°F
4 September
☀️
+73°F
5 September
☁️
+70°F
6 September
☁️
+80°F
7 September
☁️
+76°F
8 September
🌫️
+78°F
9 September
☁️
+77°F
10 September
🌧️
+71°F
11 September
🌧️
+67°F
12 September
☁️
+63°F
13 September
☁️
+63°F
14 September
☁️
+64°F
15 September
🌧️
+54°F
16 September
🌧️
+59°F
17 September
🌧️
+60°F
18 September
🌧️
+60°F
19 September
🌧️
+68°F
20 September
🌧️
+65°F
21 September
🌧️
+61°F
22 September
☁️
+58°F
23 September
☁️
+63°F
24 September
🌧️
+68°F
25 September
☀️
+67°F
26 September
🌧️
+64°F
27 September
🌧️
+61°F
28 September
🌧️
+60°F
29 September
🌧️
+63°F
30 September
🌧️
+64°F
In September 2023 Dublin had 3 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 16 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +66°F, with an absolute maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +54°F. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 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 September 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 September:

Is September a good time to visit Dublin?

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

Can you sunbathe in Dublin in September?

September has mild temperatures in Dublin. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Dublin in September?

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

Is Dublin rainy in September?

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

Is it sunny in Dublin in September?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dublin in September, 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.