Things to Do in County Monaghan
Top things to do in County Monaghan: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.
Things to do in County Monaghan
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around County Monaghan.
Map of County Monaghan
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Coordinates: 54°14′57.1″N 6°58′5.9″W (54.2492, -6.9683)
Weather in County Monaghan right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:11 AM, Aug 21 local time.
Best time to visit County Monaghan
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Summary
County Monaghan is a county in Ireland. County Monaghan is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 65.000.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in County Monaghan with overcast. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 50°F to 58°F. Chance of precipitation is 88%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit County Monaghan 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 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 64 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 cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 58°F is 7.6°F below the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in County Monaghan today at 9.3/10. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Monaghan?
County Monaghan is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 54.2492, -6.9683. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Monaghan right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 79% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Monaghan?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Monaghan, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Monaghan in?
County Monaghan observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 9:11 AM.
How many people live in County Monaghan?
County Monaghan has a population of approximately 65.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Monaghan?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 64 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Monaghan?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness.
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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 21, 2026 at 9:11 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
