Geography of County Louth
Geography of County Louth: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Louth
County Meath is 23 mi to the south, County Monaghan is 30 mi to the north-west, County Cavan is 36 mi to the west and Dublin Airport is 36 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 53°55′30.7″N 6°29′20″W (53.9252, -6.4889)
Quick facts about County Louth
Summary
County Louth is a county in Ireland. County Louth is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 139.000.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in County Louth with overcast. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 56°F to 63°F. Chance of precipitation is 68%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit County Louth is May, June, July, August and September. 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 37°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 36 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 warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 63°F is 5°F above the 58°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 Louth today at 8.9/10. 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 Louth 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° | 37° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 40° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 40° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 55° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 55° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 51° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 48° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 41° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Louth?
County Louth is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.9252, -6.4889. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Louth right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 89% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Louth?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in County Louth, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Louth in?
County Louth observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 8:05 AM.
How many people live in County Louth?
County Louth has a population of approximately 139.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Louth?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 36 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 304 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Louth?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness.
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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 5, 2026 at 8:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
