County Leitrim Weather Forecast
County Leitrim weather: 62°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
County Leitrim weather in May
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Climate in County Leitrim 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 | 43° | 35° | 4,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 38° | 5,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 50° | 38° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 54° | 41° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 47° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 61° | 50° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 65° | 53° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 64° | 53° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 60° | 49° | 5,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 55° | 47° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 48° | 41° | 5,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 39° | 6,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit County Leitrim
Go in May, 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
- A packable rain shell - 7 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 Leitrim compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Leitrim.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Sligo | 22 mi | 50°F | about the same | 66 in |
| Sligo | 22 mi | 50°F | about the same | 66 in |
| County Roscommon | 27 mi | 50°F | +33°F warmer | 47 in |
| County Cavan | 28 mi | 50°F | +33°F warmer | 43 in |
| County Longford | 29 mi | 50°F | +33°F warmer | 46 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Leitrim?
County Leitrim is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 54.1247, -8.0021. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Leitrim right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 74% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Leitrim?
May, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Leitrim, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Leitrim in?
County Leitrim observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:04 PM.
How many people live in County Leitrim?
County Leitrim has a population of approximately 35.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Leitrim?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 86 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Leitrim?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Isle of Skye 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 25, 2026 at 2:04 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
