🇮🇪 Dublin vs Glasgow 🇬🇧

Dublin, Ireland vs Glasgow, United Kingdom — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Dublin is the warmer of the two — about 1 degree warmer on average across the year. Dublin is drier, with roughly 33 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇪 Dublin🇬🇧 Glasgow
Avg annual high14°C13°C
Hottest monthJuly (21°C)July (19°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year143176
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇮🇪 Dublin

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (21°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇬🇧 Glasgow

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (19°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Dublin or Glasgow warmer?

Dublin is warmer overall, averaging about 1 degree higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Dublin or Glasgow?

Glasgow is rainier — Dublin sees about 33 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Dublin vs Glasgow?

Dublin is best around June, July, August; Glasgow is best around June, July, August.

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