What to pack for Dublin in April
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 78%; max daily wind around 20 km/h.
How April compares
Best months in Dublin: June–September. See the full best time to visit Dublin guide.
Dublin in April: the details
In April, Dublin sees average daytime highs of 12°C (53°F) and overnight lows of 5°C (41°F). Rainfall totals roughly 74 mm across 13.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 8.9 hours per day with 13.7 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 78%.
In context: April is the 7th-warmest month and the 10th-wettest in Dublin. The sunniest month is June (10.9 h/day).
| Metric | April average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 12°C / 53°F |
| Overnight low | 5°C / 41°F |
| Rainfall | 74 mm over 13.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 8.9 h/day (13.7 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 78% |
| Travel score | 4.9 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Dublin, Ireland (53.33, -6.25) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Dublin in April?
Daytime highs in Dublin in April average 12°C (53°F); nights drop to about 5°C.
Does it rain in Dublin in April?
Expect around 13.8 rainy days and 74 mm of rainfall in April.
Is April a good time to visit Dublin?
April is a challenging month to visit Dublin — consider June–September instead. Overall travel score: 4.9/10. The best months are June–September.
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