December 28 is generally a great time to visit Dublin. While there is a slight chance of rain (33%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 8°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Dublin right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Dublin
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Very High Safety
GPI: 1.288
Dublin Weather Forecast for December 28
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 8.4°C. 33% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Dublin in December
Based on historical data for December 28, Dublin typically experiences temperatures between 4.6°C and 8.4°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 33% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Dublin
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
8.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
4.8°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
33%
Avg 2.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~33% chance
Pressure
1009 hPa
High volatility
Dublin Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Ireland
Flight Traffic
High
80/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
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Landing Slots
~332
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Dublin
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:41
☀️ Noon
12:27
🌇 Sunset
16:13
⏱️ Daylight
7h 31m
Wind Speed
25.7 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
2.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
85%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Dublin
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Low pressure & humidity may aggravate joints.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Dublin on December 28 averages 8.4°C with a 33% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 51/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Dublin Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 21
8.7°C • 31% rain
Score
55
December 26
8.5°C • 28% rain
Score
55
December 22
8.7°C • 32% rain
Score
54
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Dublin Worth Visiting on December 28?
Planning a trip to Dublin on December 28? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 8.4°C with a 33% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 332 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Ireland, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 10°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.14m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 28 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 12.7°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to -1.9°C in 2017.