County Laois Climate and Average Weather
Climate of County Laois: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in County Laois 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° | 4,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 47° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 54° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 53° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 41° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 39° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in County Laois
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How County Laois compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Laois.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Carlow | 20 mi | 51°F | about the same | 39 in |
| County Kildare | 21 mi | 51°F | about the same | 40 in |
| County Offaly | 23 mi | 51°F | about the same | 43 in |
| County Kilkenny | 24 mi | 51°F | about the same | 41 in |
| Kilkenny | 24 mi | 51°F | about the same | 41 in |
Best time to visit County Laois
Go in 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.
What this means for County Laois
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is 4.1°F below the 67°F typical for this month.
A 11% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 54°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 62°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 4 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 Laois is a county in Ireland. County Laois is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 91.000.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in County Laois with overcast. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 45°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 11%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Laois is 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 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 53 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park and Lake District National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is 4.1°F below the 67°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 Laois 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Laois?
County Laois is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.9943, -7.3323. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Laois right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 72% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Laois?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Laois, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Laois in?
County Laois observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:25 PM.
How many people live in County Laois?
County Laois has a population of approximately 91.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Laois?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 53 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 309 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Laois?
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 August 22, 2026 at 3:25 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
