Best Time to Visit County Mayo
Best time to visit County Mayo: July. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Mayo
Go in July. 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 Mayo 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° | 4,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 40° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 40° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 43° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 62° | 51° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 65° | 54° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 65° | 55° | 5,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 60° | 51° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 48° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 43° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 41° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Mayo compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Mayo.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galway | 38 mi | 52°F | +33°F warmer | 55 in |
| County Galway | 38 mi | 52°F | +33°F warmer | 55 in |
| County Roscommon | 42 mi | 50°F | about the same | 46 in |
| Sligo | 47 mi | 50°F | 33°F cooler | 66 in |
| County Sligo | 47 mi | 50°F | 33°F cooler | 66 in |
Best time to visit each city in County Mayo
1 cities mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 42 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
County Mayo is a county in Ireland. County Mayo is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 138.000.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in County Mayo with drizzle. It feels like 42°F. Today runs from 46°F to 53°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit County Mayo is July. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 65°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 127 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 53°F is 2.9°F below the 56°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Mayo today at 8.4/10. Gusts to 42 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 Mayo right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:19 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 51° / 46°
Drizzle · 37% rain · wind 8 mph
🌥️ 52° / 38°
Fog · 27% rain · wind 6 mph
Things to do in County Mayo
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around County Mayo.
Quick facts about County Mayo
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Mayo?
County Mayo is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.8008, -9.3. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Mayo right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 78% and wind is 17 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Mayo?
July offer the most comfortable conditions in County Mayo, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Mayo in?
County Mayo observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+00:00). The local time is 12:19 AM.
How many people live in County Mayo?
County Mayo has a population of approximately 138.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Mayo?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 127 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Mayo?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in County Mayo?
County Mayo covers 1 places in this atlas, including Westport.
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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 27, 2026 at 12:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
