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Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

Dublin in October

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Dublin are May, June, July and August. In October, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
12°C
Rainfall
101 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In October, Dublin is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 12°C with about 101mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Dublin in October

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Lordship of Ireland
The Lordship of Ireland, also referred to as the English lordship in Ireland or Anglo-Norman Ireland, was the part of Ireland ruled by the King of England and controlled by loyal A
Fitzwilton House
Fitzwilton House was a brutalist concrete and steel office block in Dublin, Ireland completed in 1969 and demolished in October 2018.
Embassy of Sweden, Dublin
The Embassy of Sweden in Dublin is Sweden's diplomatic mission in Ireland. When Ireland became independent, Sweden was one of the countries that early established diplomatic relati
Mother and Baby Homes Commission of Investigation
The Mother and Baby Homes Commission of Investigation was a judicial commission of investigation, established in 2015 by the Irish government to investigate deaths and misconduct d
Fitzwilliam Square
Fitzwilliam Square is a Georgian garden square in the south of central Dublin, Ireland. It was the last of the five Georgian squares in Dublin to be built, and is the smallest.
Local food tour of Dublin
Taste the signature dishes of Dublin.

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Dublin in October: FAQ

Is October a good time to visit Dublin?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Dublin's best months are generally May, June, July and August.

What is the weather like in Dublin in October?+

Expect average temperatures around 12°C. Rainfall averages about 101mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Dublin in October?+

Based on the typical October weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Dublin in October?+

Popular things to do include Lordship of Ireland, Fitzwilton House, Embassy of Sweden, Dublin and Mother and Baby Homes Commission of Investigation. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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