Geography of County Galway
Geography of County Galway: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Galway
Doolin is 22 mi to the south-west, County Clare is 30 mi to the south, County Mayo is 38 mi to the north and Westport is 41 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 53°16′14.5″N 9°3′24.5″W (53.2707, -9.0568)
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Summary
County Galway is a county in Ireland. County Galway is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 277.000.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in County Galway with light drizzle. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 55°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit County Galway is May, June, July and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 66°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 115 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 62°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Galway today at 8.7/10. Gusts to 34 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.
Climate in County Galway 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° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 41° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 41° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 44° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 49° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 53° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 56° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 56° | 5,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 52° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 49° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 44° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 42° | 6,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Galway?
County Galway is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.2707, -9.0568. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Galway right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 78% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Galway?
May, June, July and September offer the most comfortable conditions in County Galway, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Galway in?
County Galway observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 10:30 PM.
How many people live in County Galway?
County Galway has a population of approximately 277.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Galway?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 115 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Galway?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in County Galway?
County Galway covers 1 places in this atlas, including Galway.
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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 September 30, 2026 at 10:30 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
