Best Time to Visit County Carlow
Best time to visit County Carlow: June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Carlow
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in County Carlow month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 35° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 39° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 47° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 54° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 53° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 49° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 46° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 42° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Carlow compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Carlow.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilkenny | 18 mi | 51°F | about the same | 41 in |
| County Kilkenny | 18 mi | 51°F | about the same | 41 in |
| County Laois | 20 mi | 51°F | about the same | 39 in |
| County Kildare | 22 mi | 51°F | about the same | 40 in |
| County Wicklow | 26 mi | 45°F | 38°F cooler | 63 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 57°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
County Carlow is a county in Ireland. County Carlow is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 61.000.
Right now it is 51°F (11°C) in County Carlow with clear. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 47°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Carlow is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 49 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 5.6°F above the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in County Carlow today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in County Carlow right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:05 AM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 66° / 53°
Overcast · 47% rain · wind 9 mph
🌦️ 62° / 51°
Drizzle · 86% rain · wind 12 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Carlow?
County Carlow is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.8365, -6.9341. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Carlow right now?
It is currently 51°F (11°C) with clear. Humidity is 85% and wind is 0 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Carlow?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Carlow, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Carlow in?
County Carlow observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:05 AM.
How many people live in County Carlow?
County Carlow has a population of approximately 61.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Carlow?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 49 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 290 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 310 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Carlow?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (ie-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 2:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
