Geography of County Cavan
Geography of County Cavan: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Cavan
County Monaghan is 24 mi to the north-east, County Longford is 25 mi to the south-west, County Leitrim is 28 mi to the west and County Westmeath is 32 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 53°59′26.9″N 7°21′38.2″W (53.9908, -7.3606)
Quick facts about County Cavan
Summary
County Cavan is a county in Ireland. County Cavan is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 81.000.
Right now it is 54°F (12°C) in County Cavan with partly cloudy. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 49°F to 63°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Cavan 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 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 59 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 63°F is 3.2°F below the 66°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 Cavan 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 Cavan 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° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 47° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 51° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 54° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 54° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 47° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 49° | 41° | 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 Cavan?
County Cavan is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.9908, -7.3606. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Cavan right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 83% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Cavan?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Cavan, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Cavan in?
County Cavan observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 11:38 PM.
How many people live in County Cavan?
County Cavan has a population of approximately 81.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Cavan?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 59 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Cavan?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh and Isle of Skye.
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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 22, 2026 at 11:38 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
