Geography of County Kildare
Geography of County Kildare: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Kildare
County Laois is 21 mi to the south-west, County Carlow is 22 mi to the south, County Wicklow is 25 mi to the south-east and Temple Bar is 30 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 53°9′32″N 6°54′34.6″W (53.1589, -6.9096)
Quick facts about County Kildare
Summary
County Kildare is a county in Ireland. County Kildare is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 247.000.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in County Kildare with partly cloudy. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 47°F to 63°F. Chance of precipitation is 12%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Kildare 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 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 32 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 4.7°F below the 67°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. fishing is the strongest bet in County Kildare today at 9.7/10. 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 Kildare 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° | 36° | 4,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 39° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 40° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 42° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 47° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 65° | 51° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 55° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 54° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 63° | 50° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 42° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 40° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Kildare?
County Kildare is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.1589, -6.9096. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Kildare right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 79% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Kildare?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Kildare, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Kildare in?
County Kildare observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 12:29 AM.
How many people live in County Kildare?
County Kildare has a population of approximately 247.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Kildare?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 32 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 296 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Kildare?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
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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 12:29 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
