Geography of County Westmeath
Geography of County Westmeath: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Westmeath
County Longford is 19 mi to the north-west, County Offaly is 23 mi to the south-west, County Cavan is 32 mi to the north and County Meath is 34 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 53°32′4.2″N 7°27′55.1″W (53.5345, -7.4653)
Quick facts about County Westmeath
Summary
County Westmeath is a county in Ireland. County Westmeath is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 96.000.
Right now it is 58°F (14°C) in County Westmeath with light drizzle. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 54°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 81%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit County Westmeath is July. 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 50 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 60°F is 6.1°F below the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Westmeath today at 8.4/10. 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 Westmeath 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° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 51° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 54° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 54° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 47° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 41° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Westmeath?
County Westmeath is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.5345, -7.4653. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Westmeath right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 71% and wind is 16 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Westmeath?
July offer the most comfortable conditions in County Westmeath, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Westmeath in?
County Westmeath observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:36 PM.
How many people live in County Westmeath?
County Westmeath has a population of approximately 96.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Westmeath?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 50 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Westmeath?
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 5, 2026 at 3:36 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
