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Things to Do in County Westmeath

Top things to do in County Westmeath: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

☁️ 48°F now🕔 2:20 PM local📅 Best: July and August👥 96.000

Things to do in County Westmeath

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around County Westmeath.

Map of County Westmeath

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Coordinates: 53°32′4.2″N 7°27′55.1″W (53.5345, -7.4653)

Weather in County Westmeath right now

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48°F
Overcast · feels like 46°F
Humidity90%
Wind3 mph WNW
Gusts5 mph
UV index0.1 · Low
Cloud cover87%
Pressure1014 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 18 mi
Air quality25 · Good
Sunrise6:21 AM
Sunset8:43 PM
Moon🌓 First quarter · 67%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:20 PM, Aug 22 local time.

Best time to visit County Westmeath

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.

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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 48°F (9°C) in County Westmeath with overcast. It feels like 46°F. Today runs from 42°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit County Westmeath 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 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 62°F is 4°F below the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in County Westmeath 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.

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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 48°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 90% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit County Westmeath?

July and August 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 2:20 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (ie-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 22, 2026 at 2:20 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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