Best Time to Visit County Wexford
Best time to visit County Wexford: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Wexford
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in County Wexford 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 | 46° | 37° | 6,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 41° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 41° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 44° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 52° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 55° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 55° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 63° | 52° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 49° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 44° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 50° | 42° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Wexford compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Wexford.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Waterford | 28 mi | 52°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Waterford | 28 mi | 52°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Kilkenny | 40 mi | 51°F | 33°F cooler | 41 in |
| County Kilkenny | 40 mi | 51°F | 33°F cooler | 41 in |
| County Carlow | 40 mi | 51°F | 33°F cooler | 39 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
County Wexford is a county in Ireland. County Wexford is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 163.000.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in County Wexford with partly cloudy. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 53°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Wexford is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 75 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 64°F is 2.9°F below the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in County Wexford today at 9.5/10. 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 Wexford right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:56 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 64° / 53°
Overcast · 6% rain · wind 10 mph
🌦️ 65° / 59°
Light drizzle · 37% rain · wind 17 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Wexford?
County Wexford is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.3369, -6.4633. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Wexford right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 81% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Wexford?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Wexford, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Wexford in?
County Wexford observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 8:56 AM.
How many people live in County Wexford?
County Wexford has a population of approximately 163.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Wexford?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 75 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 263 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 281 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Wexford?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
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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 8:56 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
