Dublin vs Edinburgh

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Edinburgh edges ahead as the better destination in July. Edinburgh offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 14 rain days, while Dublin sees 10 sunshine hours and 15 rain days.

Dublin sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Edinburgh is also comfortable at 18°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Edinburgh is the stronger choice in July.

Dublin reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Edinburgh averages 18°C (64°F) for the high and 12°C (54°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°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 July.

Dublin receives approximately 76 mm of rainfall across 15 rain days during July. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Edinburgh sees 73 mm over 14 rain days. That makes Edinburgh the drier option by 1 rain day and 3 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.