Ireland Travel Guide
Ireland travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Ireland is a country in Europe. Ireland is a country in Europe with its capital at Dublin. It has a population of about 5.2 million. The capital is Dublin.
Right now it is 51°F (11°C) in Ireland with overcast. It feels like 44°F. Today runs from 51°F to 58°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
In plain terms. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Ireland today at 9.1/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Ireland
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 53°20′59.3″N 6°15′37.1″W (53.3498, -6.2603)
Weather in Ireland right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:15 AM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 57° / 52°
Overcast · 21% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 54° / 50°
Drizzle · 14% rain · wind 13 mph
Quick facts about Ireland
Things to do in Ireland
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Ireland.
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 mph.
Airports near Ireland
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 5 mi | Dublin |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 277 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 298 mi | Sussex |
Counties in Ireland
26 counties mapped in this atlas
Explore Ireland
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Travel Guide for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ireland?
Ireland is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 53.3498, -6.2603. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Ireland right now?
It is currently 51°F (11°C) with overcast. Humidity is 76% and wind is 14 mph.
What time zone is Ireland in?
Ireland observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+00:00). The local time is 3:15 AM.
How many people live in Ireland?
Ireland has a population of approximately 5.2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Ireland?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 5 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 277 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 298 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Ireland?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
What places are in Ireland?
Ireland covers 26 places in this atlas, including County Carlow, County Cavan, County Clare, County Cork, County Donegal and County Dublin.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 28, 2026 at 3:15 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
