Dublin weather in December
Cold, with regular rainfall. Average highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C, with around 15 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While December isn't our top-rated month for Dublin, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
9°C
Average low
5°C
Rainy days
15 days
Best months to visit
Year-round
What to do in Dublin in December
Whatever the weather, Dublin rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Tour the Book of Kells at Trinity College
Explore St Stephen's Green and Grafton Street
Drink a Guinness at the Gravity Bar at the Guinness Storehouse
Visit Kilmainham Gaol (Irish independence history)
Walk along the Liffey and see Ha'penny Bridge
Browse independent bookshops and pub culture
What to pack for December
Pack for cold weather — a proper winter coat, thermal layers, waterproof boots, and warm accessories. You'll want a good base layer for outdoor activities.
Browse other months
January
8C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
10C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
12C
Cool, with some rainy days.
May
15C
Cool, with some rainy days.
June
18C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
July
19C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
August
19C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
September
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
October
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
11C
Cool, with some rainy days.
December (you are here)
9C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
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