Geography of County Offaly
Geography of County Offaly: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Offaly
County Laois is 23 mi to the south-east, County Westmeath is 23 mi to the north-east, County Kildare is 34 mi to the east and County Longford is 34 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 53°14′8.5″N 7°42′43.9″W (53.2357, -7.7122)
Quick facts about County Offaly
Summary
County Offaly is a county in Ireland. County Offaly is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 83.000.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in County Offaly with clear. It feels like 48°F. Today runs from 48°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Offaly is June, 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 36°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 61 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park and Lake District National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in County Offaly today at 9.9/10. 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 Offaly 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° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 40° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 40° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 42° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 48° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 65° | 51° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 54° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 54° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 63° | 50° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 41° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 40° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Offaly?
County Offaly is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.2357, -7.7122. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Offaly right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with clear. Humidity is 87% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Offaly?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Offaly, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Offaly in?
County Offaly observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:24 AM.
How many people live in County Offaly?
County Offaly has a population of approximately 83.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Offaly?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 61 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Offaly?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park and Lake District National Park.
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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 3:24 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
