Dublin vs Galway

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Dublin edges ahead as the better destination in January. Dublin offers 4 hours of daily sunshine with only 13 rain days, while Galway sees 3 sunshine hours and 16 rain days.

Dublin is on the cooler side at 8°C, requiring warmer clothing. Galway is cooler at 8°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Dublin is the stronger choice in January. Dublin receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Dublin reaches an average high of 8°C (46°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Galway averages 8°C (46°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Dublin receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Galway sees 102 mm over 16 rain days. That makes Dublin the drier option by 3 rain days and 32 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.