Geography of County Limerick
Geography of County Limerick: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Limerick
County Clare is 20 mi to the north-west, County Tipperary is 24 mi to the south-east, Doolin is 40 mi to the north-west and Galway is 46 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 52°39′49.7″N 8°37′36.1″W (52.6638, -8.6267)
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Summary
County Limerick is a county in Ireland. County Limerick is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 209.000.
Right now it is 51°F (11°C) in County Limerick with clear. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 46°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Limerick is 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 68°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 111 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 6.5°F above the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in County Limerick 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 Limerick 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° | 4,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 40° | 5,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 40° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 43° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 48° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 52° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 55° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 55° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 51° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 43° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 40° | 5,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Limerick?
County Limerick is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.6638, -8.6267. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Limerick right now?
It is currently 51°F (11°C) with clear. Humidity is 83% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Limerick?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Limerick, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Limerick in?
County Limerick observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:22 AM.
How many people live in County Limerick?
County Limerick has a population of approximately 209.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Limerick?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 111 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Limerick?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in County Limerick?
County Limerick covers 1 places in this atlas, including Limerick.
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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 24, 2026 at 3:22 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
