Geography of County Kerry
Geography of County Kerry: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Kerry
Cork is 50 mi to the east, County Cork is 50 mi to the east, Limerick is 53 mi to the north-east and County Limerick is 53 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 52°9′16.2″N 9°34′0.8″W (52.1545, -9.5669)
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Summary
County Kerry is a county in Ireland. County Kerry is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 156.000.
Right now it is 49°F (10°C) in County Kerry with clear. It feels like 38°F. Today runs from 46°F to 53°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sightseeing conditions score 6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit County Kerry is May, June, July, August 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 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 163 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 53°F is 4.9°F below the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Kerry today at 7.1/10. Gusts to 38 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 Kerry 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 | 45° | 35° | 5,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 41° | 5,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 40° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 43° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 47° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 51° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 54° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 55° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 51° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 43° | 6,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Kerry?
County Kerry is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.1545, -9.5669. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Kerry right now?
It is currently 49°F (10°C) with clear. Humidity is 63% and wind is 19 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Kerry?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in County Kerry, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Kerry in?
County Kerry observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+00:00). The local time is 7:07 PM.
How many people live in County Kerry?
County Kerry has a population of approximately 156.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Kerry?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 163 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Kerry?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in County Kerry?
County Kerry covers 2 places in this atlas, including Dingle and Killarney.
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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 October 25, 2026 at 7:07 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
