Things to Do in County Wicklow
Top things to do in County Wicklow: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.
Things to do in County Wicklow
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around County Wicklow.
Map of County Wicklow
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Coordinates: 52°59′10.3″N 6°22′3″W (52.9862, -6.3675)
Weather in County Wicklow right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:30 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Best time to visit County Wicklow
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 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 40°F (5°C) in County Wicklow with overcast. It feels like 35°F. Today runs from 38°F to 54°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.4/10 - marginal.
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 warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 54°F is 4°F above the 50°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 8.7/10. Gusts to 53 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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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 40°F (5°C) with overcast. Humidity is 83% and wind is 5 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+00:00). The local time is 8:30 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 October 26, 2026 at 8:30 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
