Constituent country in United Kingdom

Current Local Time in Northern Ireland

Current local time and time zone in Northern Ireland, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 55°F now🕔 5:11 PM local📅 Best: July and August👥 1.9 million

Current local time in Northern Ireland

5:11 PM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneEurope/London
UTC offsetUTC+01:00
UTC now4:11 PM
Sunrise6:16 AM
Sunset8:40 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:16 AM
Sunset8:40 PM
Daylight14h 24m
Solar noon1:28 PM
Golden hour (am)6:16 AM - 7:16 AM
Golden hour (pm)7:40 PM - 8:40 PM
Blue hour (am)5:46 AM - 6:16 AM
Blue hour (pm)8:40 PM - 9:10 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 75%
Moonrise7:05 PM
Moonset12:25 AM

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

Quick facts about Northern Ireland

TypeConstituent country
CountryUnited Kingdom
ContinentEurope
Coordinates54°47′15.7″N 6°29′32.3″W (54.7877, -6.4923)
CapitalBelfast
Population1.900.000
Area5.456 sq mi
Time zoneEurope/London
Local time5:11 PM (UTC+01:00)
Best monthsJuly and August
ClimateTemperate

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Summary

Northern Ireland is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Northern Ireland is a constituent country of the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 1.9 million. The capital is Belfast.

Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Northern Ireland with overcast. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 52°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Northern Ireland 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 66°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.

The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 95 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh and Snowdonia National Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 64°F is in line with the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Northern Ireland today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 54°47′15.7″N 6°29′32.3″W (54.7877, -6.4923)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Northern Ireland?

Northern Ireland is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 54.7877, -6.4923. It lies in Europe.

What is the weather like in Northern Ireland right now?

It is currently 55°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit Northern Ireland?

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

What time zone is Northern Ireland in?

Northern Ireland observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 5:11 PM.

How many people live in Northern Ireland?

Northern Ireland has a population of approximately 1.9 million.

What is the nearest airport to Northern Ireland?

The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 95 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Northern Ireland?

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

What places are in Northern Ireland?

Northern Ireland covers 1 places in this atlas, including County Antrim.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - 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 23, 2026 at 5:11 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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