January 17 is generally a great time to visit Dublin. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 8°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Dublin this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Dublin
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Language
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.288
Dublin Weather Forecast for January 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 7.7°C. 19% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Dublin in January
Based on historical data for January 17, Dublin typically experiences temperatures between 3.4°C and 7.7°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Dublin
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
7.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
4°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
19%
Avg 1.3mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~19% chance
Pressure
1011.7 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 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 400 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 600 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 1000 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5.3°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
Busy
65/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~270
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Dublin
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:31
☀️ Noon
12:36
🌇 Sunset
16:40
⏱️ Daylight
8h 8m
Wind Speed
24.4 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
4.1 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
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
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 January 17 averages 7.7°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 53/100."
— 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
January 23
8.1°C • 21% rain
Score
56
January 24
8.1°C • 22% rain
Score
55
January 22
8°C • 26% rain
Score
54
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📍 Is Dublin Worth Visiting on January 17?
Planning a trip to Dublin on January 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 7.7°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 270 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 8.6°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.81m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 11.3°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to -3.7°C in 2023.