Geography of County Clare
Geography of County Clare: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Clare
Limerick is 20 mi to the south-east, County Limerick is 20 mi to the south-east, County Galway is 30 mi to the north and Galway is 30 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 52°50′37″N 8°59′11″W (52.8436, -8.9864)
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Summary
County Clare is a county in Ireland. County Clare is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 127.000.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in County Clare with partly cloudy. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 49°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Clare is 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 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 119 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is in line with the 66°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. hiking is the strongest bet in County Clare 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 Clare 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° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 41° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 41° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 44° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 49° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 52° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 55° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 55° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 63° | 52° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 49° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 44° | 5,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 42° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Clare?
County Clare is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.8436, -8.9864. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Clare right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 85% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Clare?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Clare, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Clare in?
County Clare observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 1:33 PM.
How many people live in County Clare?
County Clare has a population of approximately 127.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Clare?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 119 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Clare?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in County Clare?
County Clare covers 1 places in this atlas, including Doolin.
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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 1:33 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
