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 47°F (9°C) in County Limerick with light drizzle. It feels like 43°F. Today runs from 47°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 October. The forecast high of 64°F is 6.1°F above the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Limerick today at 9.2/10. 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 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° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 55° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 51° | 4,1 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 47°F (9°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 91% and wind is 8 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+00:00). The local time is 6:13 PM.
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 October 26, 2026 at 6:13 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
