Best Time to Visit County Laois
Best time to visit County Laois: June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Laois
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 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° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 53° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 3,9 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 | 43 in |
| County Kilkenny | 24 mi | 51°F | about the same | 41 in |
| Kilkenny | 24 mi | 51°F | about the same | 41 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 63°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- 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 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 41°F (5°C) in County Laois with partly cloudy. It feels like 37°F. Today runs from 41°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit County Laois 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 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 August. The forecast high of 72°F is 5.4°F above the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in County Laois today at 9.8/10. 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 Laois right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:36 AM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 64° / 52°
Overcast · 45% rain · wind 9 mph
🌧️ 60° / 49°
Heavy drizzle · 82% rain · wind 13 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 41°F (5°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 100% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Laois?
June, 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+01:00). The local time is 8:36 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 August 24, 2026 at 8:36 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
