Geography of Dublin
Geography of Dublin: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Dublin
County Meath is 24 mi to the north-west, County Wicklow is 26 mi to the south, County Kildare is 30 mi to the south-west and County Louth is 41 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 53°20′59.3″N 6°15′37.1″W (53.3498, -6.2603)
Quick facts about Dublin
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | County Dublin |
| Country | Ireland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 53°20′59.3″N 6°15′37.1″W (53.3498, -6.2603) |
| Population | 590.000 |
| Known for | Georgian streets, pubs and Trinity College |
| Local time | 12:40 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by airport in Dublin
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Geography by district in Dublin
1 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Summary
Dublin is a city in County Dublin. Dublin is known for Georgian streets, pubs and Trinity College. It has a population of about 590.000.
Right now it is 58°F (14°C) in Dublin with mainly clear. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 56°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Dublin is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 38°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Dublin today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Dublin 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 | 46° | 38° | 4,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 42° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 42° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 44° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 50° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 65° | 53° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 56° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 56° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 52° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 50° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 44° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 50° | 43° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Dublin?
Dublin is a city in County Dublin. Its coordinates are 53.3498, -6.2603. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Dublin right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 80% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Dublin, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Dublin in?
Dublin observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 12:40 AM.
How many people live in Dublin?
Dublin has a population of approximately 590.000.
What is the nearest airport to Dublin?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 5 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 277 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 298 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Dublin?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
What places are in Dublin?
Dublin covers 2 places in this atlas, including Dublin Airport and Temple Bar.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 25, 2026 at 12:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
