Geography of County Wicklow
Geography of County Wicklow: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of County Wicklow
Temple Bar is 25 mi to the north, County Kildare is 25 mi to the north-west, County Dublin is 26 mi to the north and Dublin is 26 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 52°59′10.3″N 6°22′3″W (52.9862, -6.3675)
Quick facts about County Wicklow
Summary
County Wicklow is a county in Ireland. County Wicklow is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 155.000.
Right now it is 47°F (8°C) in County Wicklow with partly cloudy. It feels like 44°F. Today runs from 44°F to 57°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Wicklow is July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 61°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 31°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 30 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 57°F is 2.9°F below the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Wicklow 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 Wicklow 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 | 38° | 31° | 6,7 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 42° | 34° | 5,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 45° | 35° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 49° | 37° | 5,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 55° | 43° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 58° | 46° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 61° | 49° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 60° | 49° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 56° | 46° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 50° | 42° | 6,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 44° | 37° | 5,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 42° | 35° | 6,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Wicklow?
County Wicklow is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 52.9862, -6.3675. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Wicklow right now?
It is currently 47°F (8°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 89% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Wicklow?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Wicklow, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Wicklow in?
County Wicklow observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 8:05 PM.
How many people live in County Wicklow?
County Wicklow has a population of approximately 155.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Wicklow?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 30 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 271 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 291 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Wicklow?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, 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 23, 2026 at 8:05 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
