Best Time to Visit Dingle
Best time to visit Dingle: May and July. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Dingle
Go in May and July. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Dingle month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47° | 39° | 7,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 43° | 8,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 43° | 5,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 45° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 49° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 61° | 53° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 64° | 56° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 64° | 56° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 61° | 54° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 57° | 50° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 53° | 46° | 8,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 50° | 44° | 9,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Dingle compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Dingle.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killarney | 33 mi | 52°F | about the same | 57 in |
| Doolin | 71 mi | 52°F | about the same | 71 in |
| County Clare | 73 mi | 52°F | about the same | 52 in |
| Cork | 78 mi | 52°F | about the same | 52 in |
| County Cork | 78 mi | 52°F | about the same | 52 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Dingle is a city in County Kerry. Dingle is known for peninsula drives and seafood. It has a population of about 1.900.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in Dingle with light drizzle. It feels like 48°F. Today runs from 51°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.4/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Dingle is May and July. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 64°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 39°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 189 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 3.1°F above the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Dingle today at 8.2/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Dingle right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:16 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 61° / 45°
Light drizzle · 28% rain · wind 9 mph
🌦️ 62° / 59°
Light drizzle · 17% rain · wind 13 mph
Quick facts about Dingle
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | County Kerry |
| Country | Ireland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 52°8′27.2″N 10°16′5.9″W (52.1409, -10.2683) |
| Population | 1.900 |
| Known for | peninsula drives and seafood |
| Local time | 2:16 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May and July |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Dingle?
Dingle is a city in County Kerry. Its coordinates are 52.1409, -10.2683. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Dingle right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 75% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Dingle?
May and July offer the most comfortable conditions in Dingle, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Dingle in?
Dingle observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:16 PM.
How many people live in Dingle?
Dingle has a population of approximately 1.900.
What is the nearest airport to Dingle?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 189 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 1, 2026 at 2:16 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
