What February feels like in Dublin
Late winter arrives in Dublin with February. The daytime air has a chill to it, though it is rarely bitter. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cold, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Dublin in February
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 2. Wet days average about 5.3 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is close to Dublin's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 5.8 mm). It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in February
On 15 February the sun rises at about 7:45 am and sets around 5:33 pm local time, giving 9 h 48 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 1 h 46 min more daylight than mid-January. About 56% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, sun and cloud share the day.
How February compares to the rest of the year
February is the 3rd coolest month of the year in Dublin. Compared with January, afternoons are 0.7°C (1.3°F) warmer, with 7 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into March. The next month's average high: 9.9°C (49.8°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Dublin in February
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Warm Layers
Insulated layers and warm shoes for the cold hours.
Quick questions
How warm is Dublin in February?
It feels chilly: typical highs are 8.6°C (47.5°F), with lows near 3.8°C (38.8°F).
Does it rain a lot in Dublin in February?
Quite a lot — 63 mm spread over about 12 days.
What should I wear in Dublin in February?
Based on the averages: rain protection and warm layers. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is February or March better for visiting Dublin?
February, narrowly: it ranks #8 of 12 among Dublin's months, against #9 for the other. March is warmer and has more rainy days.