County Kildare Weather Forecast
County Kildare weather: 53°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
County Kildare weather in September
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Climate in County Kildare month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 36° | 4,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 39° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 40° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 42° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 47° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 65° | 51° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 55° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 54° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 63° | 50° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 42° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 40° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit County Kildare
Go in May, June, 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 56°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 5 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.
How County Kildare compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Kildare.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Laois | 21 mi | 51°F | about the same | 39 in |
| County Carlow | 22 mi | 51°F | about the same | 39 in |
| County Wicklow | 25 mi | 45°F | 38°F cooler | 63 in |
| Temple Bar | 30 mi | 53°F | +34°F warmer | 42 in |
| County Dublin | 30 mi | 53°F | +33°F warmer | 42 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Kildare?
County Kildare is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.1589, -6.9096. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Kildare right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Kildare?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Kildare, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Kildare in?
County Kildare observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 8:10 AM.
How many people live in County Kildare?
County Kildare has a population of approximately 247.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Kildare?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 32 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 296 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Kildare?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 8:10 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
