Best Time to Visit County Louth
Best time to visit County Louth: May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Louth
Go in May, June, July, August and September. 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 Louth 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° | 37° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 40° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 40° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 55° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 55° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 51° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 48° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 41° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Louth compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Louth.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Meath | 23 mi | 51°F | about the same | 39 in |
| County Monaghan | 30 mi | 50°F | 33°F cooler | 40 in |
| County Cavan | 36 mi | 50°F | 33°F cooler | 42 in |
| Dublin Airport | 36 mi | 52°F | about the same | 38 in |
| County Dublin | 41 mi | 53°F | +33°F warmer | 41 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
County Louth is a county in Ireland. County Louth is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 139.000.
Right now it is 54°F (12°C) in County Louth with clear. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 50°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.4/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit County Louth is May, June, July, August and September. 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 37°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 36 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is 4.3°F above the 58°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 Louth today at 8/10. 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 Louth right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:04 AM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 60° / 42°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 6 mph
☁️ 65° / 48°
Overcast · 12% rain · wind 13 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Louth?
County Louth is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.9252, -6.4889. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Louth right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with clear. Humidity is 93% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Louth?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in County Louth, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Louth in?
County Louth observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:04 AM.
How many people live in County Louth?
County Louth has a population of approximately 139.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Louth?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 36 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 304 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Louth?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness.
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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 6:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
