County Dublin Travel Guide
County Dublin travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
County Dublin is a county in Ireland. County Dublin is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 1.5 million.
Right now it is 58°F (14°C) in County Dublin with mainly clear. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 54°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County 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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 64°F is 3.2°F below the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in County Dublin today at 9.9/10. 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.
Map of County Dublin
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 53°20′59.3″N 6°15′37.1″W (53.3498, -6.2603)
Weather in County Dublin right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:48 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 64° / 54°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 67° / 59°
Light drizzle · 53% rain · wind 15 mph
Quick facts about County Dublin
Things to do in County Dublin
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around County Dublin.
Best time to visit County Dublin
Go in May, June, July and August. 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near County Dublin
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 5 mi | Dublin |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 277 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 298 mi | Sussex |
Cities in County Dublin
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Explore County Dublin
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Dublin?
County Dublin is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.3498, -6.2603. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Dublin right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 70% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Dublin?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Dublin, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Dublin in?
County Dublin observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:48 AM.
How many people live in County Dublin?
County Dublin has a population of approximately 1.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to County 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 County 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 County Dublin?
County Dublin covers 1 places in this atlas, including Dublin.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (ie-counties) - 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 23, 2026 at 2:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
