Best Time to Visit County Meath
Best time to visit County Meath: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Meath
Go in May, 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 Meath 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° | 36° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 40° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 55° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 54° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 42° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Meath compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Meath.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | 20 mi | 52°F | about the same | 39 in |
| County Louth | 23 mi | 51°F | about the same | 42 in |
| Dublin | 24 mi | 53°F | +34°F warmer | 42 in |
| County Dublin | 24 mi | 53°F | +34°F warmer | 42 in |
| Temple Bar | 24 mi | 53°F | +34°F warmer | 42 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 61°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 5 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 Meath is a county in Ireland. County Meath is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 220.000.
Right now it is 46°F (8°C) in County Meath with mainly clear. It feels like 44°F. Today runs from 42°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Meath is May, 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 36°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 20 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 about average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is in line with the 67°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. running is the strongest bet in County Meath today at 9.9/10. 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 Meath right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:35 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 65° / 42°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 66° / 58°
Light drizzle · 51% rain · wind 16 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Meath?
County Meath is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.6055, -6.6564. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Meath right now?
It is currently 46°F (8°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 92% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Meath?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Meath, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Meath in?
County Meath observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:35 PM.
How many people live in County Meath?
County Meath has a population of approximately 220.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Meath?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 20 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 299 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Meath?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
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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 23, 2026 at 2:35 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
