Best Time to Visit County Laois
Best time to visit County Laois: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Laois
Go in 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 Laois 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° | 4,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 47° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 54° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 53° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 50° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 41° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 39° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Laois compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Laois.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Carlow | 20 mi | 51°F | about the same | 39 in |
| County Kildare | 21 mi | 51°F | about the same | 40 in |
| County Offaly | 23 mi | 51°F | about the same | 42 in |
| County Kilkenny | 24 mi | 51°F | about the same | 40 in |
| Kilkenny | 24 mi | 51°F | about the same | 40 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 41 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
County Laois is a county in Ireland. County Laois is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 91.000.
Right now it is 43°F (6°C) in County Laois with overcast. It feels like 37°F. Today runs from 43°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit County Laois is 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 68°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 53 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 61°F is 4.1°F above the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Laois today at 8.8/10. Gusts to 41 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 Laois right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:58 AM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 57° / 40°
Overcast · 31% rain · wind 7 mph
🌥️ 51° / 37°
Fog · 25% rain · wind 10 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Laois?
County Laois is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.9943, -7.3323. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Laois right now?
It is currently 43°F (6°C) with overcast. Humidity is 83% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Laois?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Laois, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Laois in?
County Laois observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+00:00). The local time is 12:58 AM.
How many people live in County Laois?
County Laois has a population of approximately 91.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Laois?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 53 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 309 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Laois?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park and Lake District National Park.
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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 26, 2026 at 12:58 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
