Best Time to Visit County Kilkenny
Best time to visit County Kilkenny: June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Kilkenny
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 Kilkenny 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° | 5,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 39° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 40° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 47° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 54° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 54° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 42° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Kilkenny compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Kilkenny.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Carlow | 18 mi | 51°F | about the same | 39 in |
| County Laois | 24 mi | 51°F | about the same | 38 in |
| County Waterford | 28 mi | 52°F | +33°F warmer | 50 in |
| Waterford | 28 mi | 52°F | +33°F warmer | 50 in |
| County Kildare | 38 mi | 51°F | about the same | 40 in |
Best time to visit each city in County Kilkenny
1 cities mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
County Kilkenny is a county in Ireland. County Kilkenny is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 104.000.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in County Kilkenny with mainly clear. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 54°F to 63°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.8/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit County Kilkenny 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 67 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park and Lake District National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 63°F is 6.3°F above the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Kilkenny today at 8.6/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in County Kilkenny right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:38 AM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 62° / 44°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 5 mph
☁️ 65° / 51°
Overcast · 21% rain · wind 12 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Kilkenny?
County Kilkenny is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.6541, -7.2448. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Kilkenny right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 93% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Kilkenny?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Kilkenny, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Kilkenny in?
County Kilkenny observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 5:38 AM.
How many people live in County Kilkenny?
County Kilkenny has a population of approximately 104.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Kilkenny?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 67 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 300 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Kilkenny?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park and Lake District National Park.
What places are in County Kilkenny?
County Kilkenny covers 1 places in this atlas, including Kilkenny.
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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 October 2, 2026 at 5:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
