Best Time to Visit County Wicklow
Best time to visit County Wicklow: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit County Wicklow
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 Wicklow 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 | 38° | 31° | 6,7 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 42° | 34° | 5,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 45° | 35° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 49° | 37° | 5,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 55° | 43° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 58° | 46° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 61° | 49° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 60° | 49° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 55° | 45° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 50° | 42° | 6,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 44° | 37° | 5,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 42° | 35° | 6,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How County Wicklow compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Wicklow.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Bar | 25 mi | 53°F | +40°F warmer | 41 in |
| County Kildare | 25 mi | 51°F | +38°F warmer | 40 in |
| Dublin | 26 mi | 53°F | +40°F warmer | 41 in |
| County Dublin | 26 mi | 53°F | +40°F warmer | 41 in |
| County Carlow | 26 mi | 51°F | +38°F warmer | 39 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 47 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
County Wicklow is a county in Ireland. County Wicklow is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 155.000.
Right now it is 49°F (9°C) in County Wicklow with overcast. It feels like 39°F. Today runs from 40°F to 50°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.3/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit County Wicklow is July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 61°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 31°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 30 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 50°F is in line with the 50°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Wicklow today at 7.9/10. Gusts to 47 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 Wicklow right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:20 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 52° / 38°
Light drizzle · 39% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 47° / 37°
Light drizzle · 16% rain · wind 10 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Wicklow?
County Wicklow is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.9862, -6.3675. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Wicklow right now?
It is currently 49°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 90% and wind is 21 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Wicklow?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Wicklow, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Wicklow in?
County Wicklow observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+00:00). The local time is 12:20 AM.
How many people live in County Wicklow?
County Wicklow has a population of approximately 155.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Wicklow?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 30 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 271 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 291 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Wicklow?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, 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 October 27, 2026 at 12:20 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
