County Meath Population (2026)
Population of County Meath with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of County Meath
County Meath ranks #5 by population among 26 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about County Meath
Summary
County Meath is a county in Ireland. County Meath is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 220.000.
Right now it is 43°F (6°C) in County Meath with overcast. It feels like 37°F. Today runs from 42°F to 58°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit County Meath is May, June, July, August and September. 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 20 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 October. The forecast high of 58°F is in line with the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Meath today at 8.7/10. Gusts to 50 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. 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.
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Coordinates: 53°36′19.8″N 6°39′23″W (53.6055, -6.6564)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Meath?
County Meath is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.6055, -6.6564. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Meath right now?
It is currently 43°F (6°C) with overcast. Humidity is 91% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Meath?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in County Meath, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Meath in?
County Meath observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:50 AM.
How many people live in County Meath?
County Meath has a population of approximately 220.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Meath?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 20 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 299 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Meath?
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. |
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| 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 24, 2026 at 3:50 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
