Geography of County Longford
Geography of County Longford: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Longford
County Westmeath is 19 mi to the south-east, County Roscommon is 20 mi to the west, County Cavan is 25 mi to the north-east and County Leitrim is 29 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 53°43′39.4″N 7°47′35.5″W (53.7276, -7.7932)
Quick facts about County Longford
Summary
County Longford is a county in Ireland. County Longford is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 46.000.
Right now it is 49°F (9°C) in County Longford with mainly clear. It feels like 46°F. Today runs from 49°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit County Longford 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 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 66 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 61°F is 4.5°F below the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Longford today at 9.7/10. 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 Longford 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° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 47° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 51° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 54° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 54° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 56° | 47° | 5,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 41° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Longford?
County Longford is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.7276, -7.7932. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Longford right now?
It is currently 49°F (9°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 86% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Longford?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Longford, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Longford in?
County Longford observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 7:08 PM.
How many people live in County Longford?
County Longford has a population of approximately 46.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Longford?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 66 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Longford?
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 22, 2026 at 7:08 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
