Dublin In April: Weather, Tips + Things To Do

Dublin in April has its advantages and disadvantages (and I’m basing that on 34 years of living here).

The weather in Dublin in April can be very hit and miss and we’ve had everything from heatwaves to frequent torrential rain in recent years.

The LTA (Long Term Average) temperature in Dublin in April is 8.1°C/46.58°F with rainfall of 54.11mm.

Below, you’ll discover everything you know, from rainfall in April in Dublin to lots more.

Some quick need-to-knows about the weather in Dublin in April

OK, let’s get you up-to-speed nice and quickly. The points below will give you a quick insight into the weather in Dublin in April:

1. The season

March, April and May are spring in Ireland. From a tourist perspective, this is what’s known as the ‘Shoulder Season’ (i.e. the period of time between the peak season and the off-season).

2. The weather in general

April isn’t one of the best months to visit Dublin, in our opinion, the weather can be oK. In years past, we’ve seen freak heatwaves in April and stormy weather, too. More info below.

3. Average temperatures

The LTA (Long Term Average) temperature in Dublin in April is 8.1°C/46.58°F with rainfall of 54.11mm.

4. Longer days

With the arrival of spring now well under way, the days in April are nice and long. The sun rises at 06:23 and sets at 20:00 from mid-April. This makes planning your Ireland itinerary much easier.

5. Lots to do

From the various festivals in Ireland and the walks in the Dublin mountains to museums, tours and more, there’s endless things to do in Dublin in April.

The weather in Dublin in April

The average temperature in Dublin in April is generally cool, as you’ll notice in the graphic above. 

It is important to note that these temperature ranges can vary considerably from year to year.

Below, you’ll find a comparative analysis of recent years that uses data from various weather stations. Please note that all of the Dublin in April weather data is via Met Eireann – the Irish Meteorological Service.

A comparison of April weather in Dublin in recent years

County	2022	2021	2020
Dublin	6.7°C/44.06°F	6.2°C/43.16°F	5.8°C/42.44°F
Galway	7.0°C/44.6°F	6.2°C/43.16°F	5.8°C/43.25°F
Cork	8.2°C/46.76°F	6.9°C/44.42°F	7.2°C/44.96°F
Kerry	8.6°C/47.48°F	7.7°C/45.86°F	7.6°C/45.68°F

The LTA (Long Term Average) temperature in Dublin in April is 8.1°C/46.58°F with rainfall of 54.11mm.

The table above offers a look into the average temperature in Dublin in April along with Galway, Cork, and Kerry over the past few years.

As you can see, the average temperature in Dublin in April remains relatively consistent across different years and in various counties.

Rain in Dublin in April

County	2022	2021	2020
Dublin	88.5	55.0	130.4
Galway	143.1	113.4	248.5
Cork	90.0	157.6	143.5
Kerry	145.6	228.2	237.6

We get asked ‘Does in rain in Dublin in April?’ quite a bit. The answer is yes, yes it does (see our guide on what to wear in Dublin in April).

The LTA (Long Term Average) rainfall in Dublin in April measures at 54.11mm. This is in comparison to 52.6mm in March and 48.8mm in February.

Things to do in Dublin in April

Although it’s still off-season, there’s still endless things to do in Dublin in April, from the many great restaurants in Dublin to hikes, walks, castles and more.

Below, you’ll find the likes of the Jameson Distillery, itineraries you can use and pub recommendations.

1. Have a good itinerary mapped out

The worst thing you can do if you’re spending April in Dublin is to arrive with no clear itinerary.

If you do, the chances are you’ll just waste time while you’re here and (hopefully not) whittle away all of your time in Temple Bar.

We’ve several ready-made options for those of you looking for things to do in Dublin in April, with itineraries ranging from 1 to 5 days:

• 1 day in Dublin
• 2 days in Dublin
• 3 days in Dublin
• 4 days in Dublin
• 5 days in Dublin

2. The key attractions

Although we have the ‘main’ things to do in Dublin in April in the itineraries above, here are a few suggestions.

For some of these attractions, like the Storehouse, it’s worth having your ticket booked in advance:

• The Guinness Storehouse
• Trinity College
• Christ Church Cathedral
• St. Patrick’s Cathedral
• The GPO
• Dublin Castle

3. Walks and hikes

One of the more popular things to do in Dublin in April is to walk/hike (especially if you’re looking to escape the city around Paddy’s Day).

There are plenty of walks in Dublin, with something to suit every level of fitness. Here are some of the most popular ones:

• The Howth Cliff Walk
• The Poolbeg Lighthouse Walk
• The Killiney Hill Walk
• The Hellfire Club Walk
• The Ticknock Walk

4. Cosy pubs

There are some mighty pubs in Dublin that you can tuck yourself away in on a cold winters evening.

If you’re looking to see some of the oldest pubs in Dublin, head to the likes of the Brazen Head or the Stag’s Head.

If you want to dodge the touristy pubs in Temple Bar, there’s some great pubs with live music in Dublin, like the Cobblestone. Or, if you’re looking for a fine pint of the black stuff, see our guide to the best Guinness in Dublin.

What to wear in Dublin in April

So, we’ve a handy guide on what to wear in Dublin in April, but we’ll give you the quick need-to-knows below.

If you’re visiting Dublin in April, there’s two key bits of advice when it comes to packing – you need to pack smartly and layers are your friend.

The beauty with packing layers is that if you get too hot, happy days – you can strip off a layer.

Too cold – bang it back on. Now, keep in mind that what you bring will depend on the kind of activities that you plan on doing while you’re here.

If you’re an avid hiker, you’ll be bringing a different set of gear altogether Here’s a rough guide of what to pack for the weather in Dublin in April:

• Sweaters
• A good jacket that’ll keep you warm
• Jeans, fleece-lined leggings and hoodies, plus a good coat (waterproof if possible).
• Lots of socks
• Gloves, woolly hats, and some comfortable walking boots/runners

Are you considering visiting during a different month?

Deciding when to visit Dublin is tough – and anyone that tells you otherwise is talking out of their hole (Irish slang for they’re full of sh…)!

It’s worth taking a bit of time to compare what it’s like here during the other months, as when you visit affects everything from your experience to the cost of a trip to Ireland:

• Dublin in January
• Dublin in February
• Dublin in March
• Dublin in May
• Dublin in June
• Dublin in July
• Dublin in August
• Dublin in September
• Dublin in October
• Dublin in November
• Dublin in December

FAQs about the weather in Dublin in April

We’ve had a lot of questions over the years asking about everything from ‘Does it rain in April?’ to ‘Is April sunny?’.

In the section below, we’ve popped in the most FAQs that we’ve received. If you have a question that we haven’t tackled, ask away in the comments section below.