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 partly cloudy. It feels like 48°F. Today runs from 43°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Kerry is May, 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 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 about average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is in line with the 65°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in County Kerry today at 10/10. 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 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 | 65° | 55° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 5,2 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 partly cloudy. Humidity is 92% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Kerry?
May, June, July and August 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+01:00). The local time is 9:28 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 August 23, 2026 at 9:28 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
