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Current Local Time in County Donegal

Current local time and time zone in County Donegal, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 55°F now🕔 8:48 PM local📅 Best: May and July👥 167.000

Current local time in County Donegal

8:48 PM
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Time zoneEurope/Dublin
UTC offsetUTC+01:00
UTC now7:48 PM
Sunrise6:21 AM
Sunset8:49 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:21 AM
Sunset8:49 PM
Daylight14h 28m
Solar noon1:35 PM
Golden hour (am)6:21 AM - 7:21 AM
Golden hour (pm)7:49 PM - 8:49 PM
Blue hour (am)5:51 AM - 6:21 AM
Blue hour (pm)8:49 PM - 9:19 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 65%
Moonrise6:25 PM
Moonset--

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about County Donegal

TypeCounty
CountryIreland
ContinentEurope
Coordinates54°39′13.7″N 8°6′34.6″W (54.6538, -8.1096)
Population167.000
Local time8:48 PM (UTC+01:00)
Best monthsMay and July
ClimateTemperate

Summary

County Donegal is a county in Ireland. County Donegal is a county in Ireland. It has a population of about 167.000.

Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in County Donegal with overcast. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 48°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 14%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit County Donegal is May and July. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 64°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.

The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 113 mi away. Nearby highlights include Isle of Skye, Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park and Edinburgh Castle.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 63°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. fishing is the strongest bet in County Donegal today at 9.9/10. 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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Coordinates: 54°39′13.7″N 8°6′34.6″W (54.6538, -8.1096)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is County Donegal?

County Donegal is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 54.6538, -8.1096. It lies in Europe.

What is the weather like in County Donegal right now?

It is currently 55°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 86% and wind is 1 mph.

When is the best time to visit County Donegal?

May and July offer the most comfortable conditions in County Donegal, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is County Donegal in?

County Donegal observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 8:48 PM.

How many people live in County Donegal?

County Donegal has a population of approximately 167.000.

What is the nearest airport to County Donegal?

The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 113 mi away.

What are the top things to do in County Donegal?

Popular options include Isle of Skye, Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh and Loch Ness.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (ie-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
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 8:48 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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