Geography of County Monaghan
Geography of County Monaghan: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Monaghan
County Cavan is 24 mi to the south-west, County Louth is 30 mi to the south-east, Northern Ireland is 42 mi to the north-east and County Leitrim is 43 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 54°14′57.1″N 6°58′5.9″W (54.2492, -6.9683)
Quick facts about County Monaghan
Summary
County Monaghan is a county in Ireland. County Monaghan is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 65.000.
Right now it is 48°F (9°C) in County Monaghan with mainly clear. It feels like 46°F. Today runs from 48°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Monaghan 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 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 64 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 about average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is in line with the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in County Monaghan 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 Monaghan 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° | 35° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 38° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 41° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 47° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 50° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 54° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 53° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 49° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 47° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 49° | 40° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Monaghan?
County Monaghan is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 54.2492, -6.9683. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Monaghan right now?
It is currently 48°F (9°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 88% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Monaghan?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Monaghan, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Monaghan in?
County Monaghan observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 8:33 AM.
How many people live in County Monaghan?
County Monaghan has a population of approximately 65.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Monaghan?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 64 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Monaghan?
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 August 23, 2026 at 8:33 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
