Best Time to Visit County Roscommon
Best time to visit County Roscommon: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Roscommon
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 Roscommon 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° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 41° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 47° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 50° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 53° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 65° | 53° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 50° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 47° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 41° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Roscommon compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Roscommon.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Longford | 20 mi | 50°F | about the same | 46 in |
| County Leitrim | 27 mi | 49°F | 33°F cooler | 61 in |
| County Westmeath | 36 mi | 50°F | about the same | 42 in |
| County Sligo | 37 mi | 50°F | about the same | 66 in |
| Sligo | 37 mi | 50°F | about the same | 66 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 2 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 Roscommon is a county in Ireland. County Roscommon is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 70.000.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in County Roscommon with overcast. It feels like 48°F. Today runs from 46°F to 58°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit County Roscommon 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 66°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 85 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park and Lake District National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 58°F is in line with the 56°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Roscommon today at 8.9/10. 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 Roscommon right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:53 AM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 59° / 44°
Light drizzle · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 62° / 50°
Light drizzle · 22% rain · wind 16 mph
Things to do in County Roscommon
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Roscommon?
County Roscommon is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.7593, -8.2682. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Roscommon right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 92% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Roscommon?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Roscommon, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Roscommon in?
County Roscommon observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:53 AM.
How many people live in County Roscommon?
County Roscommon has a population of approximately 70.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Roscommon?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 85 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Roscommon?
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 October 2, 2026 at 6:53 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
