Dublin in November: Weather Guide
“Green, wet, atmospheric. Bring proper waterproofs.”
Roughly 13 rainy days across the month, on average.
There is a specific quality to November in Dublin: a cool crispness in the morning air, felt most clearly along the Guinness Storehouse district. Averages sit around 10.8°C (51.4°F) by day and 6.4°C (43.5°F) after dark, with rainfall near 92 mm across roughly 13.5 rainy days — a persistent presence that reshapes the pavements. Daylight runs about 4.5 hours per day, compact daylight that puts a premium on morning starts, and the season stamps its signature on details like Trinity College's cobbled squares.
On the ground, cold shapes the timing. Time around the Guinness Storehouse district shows best in mid-morning light before the chill deepens; warm interiors — cafés, museums, shops near Trinity's Long Room — carry the middle of the day. Evenings run short outdoors and long indoors, which suits the local rhythm rather than fighting it.
Reading across 11 complete years (2015–2025), November in Dublin has trended less predictable in recent seasons, with the last few years pushing daytime highs and rainfall patterns modestly away from the older normals. The 2026 signal so far tracks the recent shape rather than the long-run midpoint — meaning what you see above is weighted to how this month has actually been running, not a smoothed 30-year picture that masks the shift.
For travellers planning around 2026, this profile is the honest baseline. Match the packing list to the numbers — not to the month name — and you avoid the classic mismatch of arriving with the wrong shell, the wrong shoes, or the wrong daylight assumptions. The rest of this page breaks down what to wear, what to do, and how the season tends to run for Dublin visitors in 2026.
Real Dubliners drink in the Stoneybatter triangle around Mulligan Grocers, not Temple Bar which locals call 'the tax on tourists.' The 46A bus to Dun Laoghaire beats any tour to see Joyce's Martello tower. Coppers nightclub on Harcourt Street is where nurses and gardai marry each other after 3am shifts. Boxty and coddle are winter-only; smoked mackerel from Cavistons in Glasthule is the summer move.
What to pack for Dublin in November
With highs only near 10.8°C and lows around 6.4°C, cold-weather kit is non-negotiable, especially for long walking days. Waterproofing matters this month — expect meaningful rain and plan around it.
- a heavy waterproof coat
- a warm jumper
- waterproof boots
- a beanie
- gloves
What to pack for Dublin in November
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Things worth doing
Best-fit activities include Wicklow day trips, pub sessions, museum visits, and literary walks — a mix suited to the month's daylight and weather pattern.
November vs. the rest of the year
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Best time to visit Dublin
While November has its own character in Dublin, the data-backed best months to visit Dublin are May, June, July, August. These months combine the most favourable temperatures, rainfall, and sunshine across an 11-year climate record (2015–2025).
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Dublin in November — FAQ
Q01Should I visit Dublin in November?
Should I visit Dublin in November?
It is a fair time to visit — expect variable conditions and plan flexibility. In November, Dublin averages a high of 11°C (51°F) and a low of 6°C (43°F), with 92mm of rainfall across roughly 13 rainy days. May-June catches the Liffey Boardwalk in daylight until 10pm plus Bloomsday on June 16, before American tour buses swamp Temple Bar in July.
Q02What temperatures should I expect in Dublin during November?
What temperatures should I expect in Dublin during November?
The average high temperature in Dublin during November is 11°C (51°F), with an average low of 6°C (43°F). These figures are averaged from 11 complete years of daily records (2015–2025, Open-Meteo Archive).
Q03Is November a rainy month in Dublin?
Is November a rainy month in Dublin?
Dublin averages approximately 13 rainy days in November, with a total monthly rainfall of about 92mm. This is based on daily precipitation records where days with 1mm or more of rain are counted as rainy days. Rain arrives as horizontal Atlantic mist, not downpour; DART trains keep running and locals never carry umbrellas, just hoods.
Q04How should I dress for Dublin in November?
How should I dress for Dublin in November?
For Dublin in November, pack a merino base layer for evenings, a compact umbrella or waterproof jacket, comfortable walking shoes. These recommendations are based on 11 complete years of weather averages for this specific month. A packable windproof shell rated for 40mph gusts because Dublin's rain moves sideways off the Irish Sea.
Q05Is November a busy travel month for Dublin?
Is November a busy travel month for Dublin?
Tourist crowds in Dublin during November are typically moderate. Consider this when planning accommodation — prices track crowd levels closely. Real Dubliners drink in the Stoneybatter triangle around Mulligan Grocers, not Temple Bar which locals call 'the tax on tourists.' The 46A bus to Dun Laoghaire beats any tour to see Joyce's Martello tower. Coppers nightclub on Harcourt Street is where nurses and gardai marry each other after 3am shifts. Boxty and coddle are winter-only; smoked mackerel from Cavistons in Glasthule is the summer move.