Best Time to Visit County Limerick
Best time to visit County Limerick: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Limerick
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 Limerick 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 | 45° | 35° | 4,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 40° | 5,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 40° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 43° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 48° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 52° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 55° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 55° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 51° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 43° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 40° | 5,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Limerick compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Limerick.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Clare | 20 mi | 52°F | about the same | 52 in |
| County Tipperary | 24 mi | 50°F | 33°F cooler | 49 in |
| Doolin | 40 mi | 52°F | about the same | 71 in |
| County Galway | 46 mi | 52°F | about the same | 55 in |
| Galway | 46 mi | 52°F | about the same | 55 in |
Best time to visit each city in County Limerick
1 cities mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 7 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 Limerick is a county in Ireland. County Limerick is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 209.000.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in County Limerick with overcast. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 57°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit County Limerick 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 111 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is in line with the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Limerick today at 9.7/10. 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 Limerick right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:01 AM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 64° / 57°
Heavy drizzle · 75% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 67° / 50°
Light showers · 82% rain · wind 11 mph
Things to do in County Limerick
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Limerick?
County Limerick is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.6638, -8.6267. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Limerick right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 73% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Limerick?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Limerick, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Limerick in?
County Limerick observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 10:01 AM.
How many people live in County Limerick?
County Limerick has a population of approximately 209.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Limerick?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 111 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Limerick?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in County Limerick?
County Limerick covers 1 places in this atlas, including Limerick.
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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 25, 2026 at 10:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
