Geography of County Carlow
Geography of County Carlow: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Carlow
County Kilkenny is 18 mi to the south-west, Kilkenny is 18 mi to the south-west, County Laois is 20 mi to the north-west and County Kildare is 22 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 52°50′11.4″N 6°56′2.8″W (52.8365, -6.9341)
Quick facts about County Carlow
Summary
County Carlow is a county in Ireland. County Carlow is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 61.000.
Right now it is 56°F (14°C) in County Carlow with overcast. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 55°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Carlow 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 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 49 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 August. The forecast high of 69°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in County Carlow today at 9.8/10. 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.
Climate in County Carlow 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° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 39° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 47° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 54° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 53° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 49° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 46° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 42° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Carlow?
County Carlow is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.8365, -6.9341. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Carlow right now?
It is currently 56°F (14°C) with overcast. Humidity is 76% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Carlow?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Carlow, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Carlow in?
County Carlow observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:18 AM.
How many people live in County Carlow?
County Carlow has a population of approximately 61.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Carlow?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 49 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 290 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 310 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Carlow?
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 6:18 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
