Geography of County Roscommon
Geography of County Roscommon: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Roscommon
County Longford is 20 mi to the east, County Leitrim is 27 mi to the north-east, County Westmeath is 36 mi to the south-east and County Sligo is 37 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 53°45′33.5″N 8°16′5.5″W (53.7593, -8.2682)
Quick facts about County Roscommon
Summary
County Roscommon is a county in Ireland. County Roscommon is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 70.000.
Right now it is 59°F (15°C) in County Roscommon with light drizzle. It feels like 57°F. Today runs from 53°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 84%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit County Roscommon 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 66°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 85 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park and Lake District National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 4°F above the 56°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Roscommon today at 8.8/10. 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 Roscommon 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° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 41° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 47° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 50° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 53° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 65° | 53° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 50° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 47° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 41° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Roscommon?
County Roscommon is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.7593, -8.2682. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Roscommon right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 95% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Roscommon?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Roscommon, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Roscommon in?
County Roscommon observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 5:58 AM.
How many people live in County Roscommon?
County Roscommon has a population of approximately 70.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Roscommon?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 85 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Roscommon?
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 October 5, 2026 at 5:58 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
