County Antrim Travel Guide
County Antrim travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
County Antrim is a county in Northern Ireland. County Antrim is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 620.000.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in County Antrim with overcast. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 54°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit County Antrim 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 65°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 90 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 64°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. hiking is the strongest bet in County Antrim today at 9.8/10. 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.
Map of County Antrim
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 54°43′10.2″N 6°12′25.9″W (54.7195, -6.2072)
Weather in County Antrim right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:27 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 64° / 54°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 6 mph
🌦️ 63° / 58°
Drizzle · 54% rain · wind 12 mph
Quick facts about County Antrim
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | Northern Ireland |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 54°43′10.2″N 6°12′25.9″W (54.7195, -6.2072) |
| Population | 620.000 |
| Local time | 6:27 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in County Antrim
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around County Antrim.
Best time to visit County Antrim
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 55°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near County Antrim
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 90 mi | Dublin |
Cities in County Antrim
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Explore County Antrim
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Antrim?
County Antrim is a county in Northern Ireland. Its coordinates are 54.7195, -6.2072. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Antrim right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 86% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Antrim?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Antrim, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Antrim in?
County Antrim observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:27 PM.
How many people live in County Antrim?
County Antrim has a population of approximately 620.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Antrim?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 90 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Antrim?
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 County Antrim?
County Antrim covers 1 places in this atlas, including Belfast.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - 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 August 23, 2026 at 6:27 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
