Geography of County Leitrim
Geography of County Leitrim: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Leitrim
County Sligo is 22 mi to the north-west, Sligo is 22 mi to the north-west, County Roscommon is 27 mi to the south-west and County Cavan is 28 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 54°7′28.9″N 8°0′7.6″W (54.1247, -8.0021)
Quick facts about County Leitrim
Summary
County Leitrim is a county in Ireland. County Leitrim is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 35.000.
Right now it is 51°F (11°C) in County Leitrim with overcast. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 48°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Leitrim is May, 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 65°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 86 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle and Isle of Skye.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 61°F is 3.1°F below the 64°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. hiking is the strongest bet in County Leitrim today at 9.9/10. 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 Leitrim 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 | 43° | 35° | 4,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 38° | 5,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 50° | 38° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 54° | 41° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 47° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 61° | 50° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 65° | 53° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 64° | 53° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 60° | 49° | 5,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 55° | 47° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 48° | 41° | 5,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 39° | 6,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Leitrim?
County Leitrim is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 54.1247, -8.0021. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Leitrim right now?
It is currently 51°F (11°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Leitrim?
May, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Leitrim, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Leitrim in?
County Leitrim observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:47 PM.
How many people live in County Leitrim?
County Leitrim has a population of approximately 35.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Leitrim?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 86 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Leitrim?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Isle of Skye 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 22, 2026 at 3:47 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
